Opioid Prescriptions for Low Back Pain among Military-Connected Older Adults Across Multiple Care Systems.

Background: Untreated low back pain (LBP) in older adults can lead to disability and development of chronicity. Due to the potential development of medical comorbidities and negative risks associated with pharmacological use, chronic LBP management for older adults requires a responsive approach.

Methods: The objective of this study is to evaluate the probability of (1) opioid prescription receipt and (2) opioid-sedative coprescription, in a sample of military-service-connected patients enrolled in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) or TRICARE, ages 30-85 years, receiving care in three systems: VHA, Military Health System (MHS), and nonfederal (civilian) healthcare facilities.

Inequities in Physical Therapy Receipt of US Service Members and Veterans With Low Back Pain.

Objective: To investigate inequities in time to physical therapy (PT) for patients with low back pain (LBP).

Design: Retrospective observational study using data from the Department of Defense and Veterans Health Administration clinical and administrative data repositories derived from medical records, claims, and enrolment data.

Setting: Military Health System, Veterans Health Administration, and civilian health care facilities.

[Public policies and interventions to prevent excess weight in Mexico: analysis from an intersectional perspective].

The scope of this article is to analyze public policies and interventions (PPI) prevailing in 2022 at the national level for the prevention of excess weight (overweight and obesity) in the adult population of Mexico, from an intersectional perspective. We performed documental analysis of PPI to prevent excess weight in Mexico in adulthood by applying a methodology for policy analysis based on intersectionality (Intersectionality-Based Policy Analysis Framework). A total of nine PPI were analyzed.

Fibromyalgia Diagnosis and Treatment Receipt in the U.S. Military Health System.

Introduction: Meta-analytic findings and clinical practice guidance recommend pharmacological (e.g., pregabalin, duloxetine, and milnacipran) and non-pharmacological (e.

Leaders, Talent Management, and Allies: The Keys to Successful Integration in the Combat Arms.

Servicewomen enhance the U.S. Military fighting force by bringing diverse perspectives, collaborative and creative problem-solving skills for global peace and security, and innovative, adaptive talent as leaders.