Abstract: Lack of evidence to guide medication treatments for mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) in veterans too often results in polypharmacy practices attempting to provide …
Abstract: Background: As the largest integrated healthcare system in the U.S., the Veterans Affairs (VA) provides a unique context for the conduct of clinical and …
Abstract: Women have played critical roles in military and civilian capacities within warzones throughout history, yet their contributions and experiences often remain …
Abstract: Introduction: US service members experience high rates of back pain. Guidelines prioritize nonpharmacologic treatment (NPT) as first-line pain treatments; however, NPT …
Abstract: Background: Palliative care remains widely underused for surgical patients, despite a clear benefit for patients with life-limiting illness or nearing the end-of-life. …
Abstract: Rationale: Individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in rural areas experience inequitable access to care. Objectives: To assess whether rural …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: First-line treatments for chronic pain include selected complementary and integrative health therapies, including spinal manipulation, acupuncture, yoga, …
Abstract: Objective: Beliefs and perceptions about pain intervention effectiveness when initiating a therapy may influence long-term engagement. This study examines how early …
Abstract: There is growing acceptance for combining complementary and integrative health (CIH) therapies with standard rehabilitative care (SRC) for chronic pain management, yet …
Abstract: Over the past decade, the Department of Defense (DOD) and the Defense Health Agency (DHA) have collaborated with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Veterans …
Abstract: Background: Veterans transitioning to civilian life often have chronic pain from service-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) with higher risk for substance misuse. …
Abstract: Background: Despite the increased availability of evidence-based treatments for chronic pain, many patients in rural areas experience poor access to services. Patients …