| Title: |
Activity-Limiting Musculoskeletal Conditions in US Veterans Compared to Non-Veterans: Results from the 2013 National Health Interview Survey. |
| Authors: |
Hinojosa, Ramon1 melanie.hinojosa@ucf.edu, Hinojosa, Melanie Sberna1 |
| Source: |
PLoS ONE. 12/22/2016, Vol. 11 Issue 12, p1-15. 15p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*MUSCULOSKELETAL system diseases, *MILITARY service, *HEALTH surveys, *COMPARATIVE studies, *LOGISTIC regression analysis, DISEASES in veterans |
| Abstract: |
Past military service is associated with health outcomes, both positive and negative. In this study we use the 2013 National Health Interview Survey to examine the constellation of conditions referred to as musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) for Veterans and non-veterans with health conditions that limit their daily activities. Multivariate logistic regression analysis reveal that Veterans are more likely to report MSDs like neck and back problems, fracture bone and joint problems as an activity limiting problem compared to non-veterans. The relationship between age and reports of activity limiting MSDs is moderated by Veteran status. Veterans in this sample report more activity limiting MSDs at younger ages compared to non-veterans and fewer MSDs at older ages. This research contributes to our understanding of potentially limiting health conditions at earlier ages for Veterans. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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