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Injuries: Musculoskeletal
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- The majority of military injuries of both men and women are musculoskeletal, and most of these are non-combat related.
- Women may be more likely than men to suffer musculoskeletal injury. The highest injury rate for women is during basic training.
- Women are particularly prone to certain injuries such as stress fractures. Prior injury or low aerobic fitness may be risk factors.
- Weight of protective clothing and gear and intensive training may lead to overuse injuries.
- VA offers extensive resources for Veterans with musculoskeletal injury. These include orthopedic and rheumatologic services, rehabilitation, and pain management.
- Timely referral and rehabilitation can help prevent later development of disability and chronic pain.
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