U.S. Army Holistic Health and Fitness Programs Outperform Traditional Physical Therapy Models for Soldiers

Embedding physical therapists within H2F units is a safe and effective strategy for enhancing access to physical therapy services among soldiers, resulting in earlier intervention and improved rehabilitation outcomes. The study's findings suggest that the multidisciplinary care model offered by H2F can significantly reduce time to care and enhance recovery, providing a potential framework for optimizing soldier readiness. Limitations include differences in sample sizes between the groups, which may affect generalizability. Future research should explore the broader implementation of H2F and its impact on other military installations.