Moreover, these symptoms can persist for up to 10 years after an injury (Pollard & Kennedy, 2007). This psychological distress significantly impacts on an individual’s health outcomes, including social and functional independence (Bombardier et al, 2004; Whalley Hammell, 2007), perceived quality of life (Nosek et al, 2004) and long-term healthcare costs (Dryden et al, 2004; French et al,
Moreover, these symptoms can persist for up to 10 years after an injury (Pollard & Kennedy, 2007). This psychological distress significantly impacts on an individual’s health outcomes, including social and functional independence (Bombardier et al, 2004; Whalley Hammell, 2007), perceived quality of life (Nosek et al, 2004) and long-term healthcare costs (Dryden et al, 2004; French et al,