Using Integrated Care and Wearable Technology to Evaluate Outcomes of the Shields & Stripes Program for Veterans and First Responders
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Conditions studied: Holistic Care, Mental Health, Sleep, PTSD, Depression - Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety, Resilience, Recovery, Occupation, Biometrics Measurement, Veteran, Quality of Life
In brief
This study aims to evaluate outcomes from the Shields \& Stripes (S\&S) program - a 12-week, multidisciplinary wellness intervention designed for veterans and first responders. The S\&S program integrates occupational therapy (OT), mental health (MH), physical therapy (PT), and registered dietitian (RD) services to promote recovery, resilience, and performance in individuals who have experienced cumulative stress, trauma exposure, or occupational burnout. This research will use a retrospective mixed-methods observational design to analyze data collected from previous S\&S participants who consent to research use of their de-identified information. No intervention or treatment changes will occur as part of this study. Quantitative data will include biometric information (e.g., sleep, activity, and heart rate variability via Oura Ring), standardized self-report measures (GAD-7, PHQ-9, PCL-5, RAND-36, PSQI, ISI), satisfaction surveys, and laboratory nutrition panels. Qualitative data will include semi-structured interviews with consenting participants and S\&S providers following program completion. The purpose of the study is to identify patterns of improvement in physical, psychological, and occupational functioning and to explore how integrated, team-based care supports holistic recovery. Findings may inform the development of future evidence-based wellness programs for military and first-responder populations. Participation involves minimal risk, and all data will be de-identified before analysis.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07452900
- Run by
- Baylor University
- People needed
- 80
- Starts
- 2026-04-01
- Expected to finish
- 2027-04-30
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-03-10
Who can join
Age: 18 and older, up to 70. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Adults aged 18-70 years
- Current or former members of the U.S. Armed Forces or first responder professions (e.g., law enforcement, firefighting, EMS)
- Participants who completed the Shields \& Stripes holistic wellness program
- Providers who worked within the Shields and Stripes program.
You may not qualify if…
- None
Where it is running
- Baylor University - Department of Occupational Therapy — Waco, Texas, United States
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