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Depression Secondary to Back Pain in Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know
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In this video, Leah, discusses the connection between depression and orthopedic conditions like back pain, particularly in the context of VA disability claims. Leah, a US Army veteran and physician assistant, explains how mental health conditions such as depression can be directly or secondarily related to a veteran's service. She highlights that chronic pain from service-related injuries often exacerbates mental health issues, creating a cyclical relationship between physical pain and depression. Leah reviews several studies underscoring this link, noting that individuals with chronic pain are at a higher risk of developing depressive symptoms.
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