Examining the long-term effects of brain injuries in military personnel.
VA-DoD Long-Term Impact of Military-Relevant Brain Injury Consortium (LIMBIC): Health Economics Study
This study looks at how brain injuries from military service affect the long-term health and well-being of veterans, both physically and mentally, to help improve care and support for those who have served.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Palo Alto, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10003078 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term health impacts of brain injuries experienced by military personnel, focusing on both physical and mental health outcomes. It employs a longitudinal approach to gather data on the costs and benefits associated with these injuries, aiming to understand how they affect the lives of veterans over time. By analyzing health services utilization and economic factors, the study seeks to provide insights that could improve care and support for affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are military personnel and veterans who have experienced brain injuries.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced brain injuries or are not part of the military population may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare strategies and support systems for veterans suffering from brain injuries.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding the long-term impacts of brain injuries in military populations, indicating that this approach is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Palo Alto, United States
- Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys — Palo Alto, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dismuke, Clara E — Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys
- Study coordinator: Dismuke, Clara E
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.