If you're Naval Hospital Signonella Clinical Psychologist LCDR Bryce Lefever, MSC, it's all part of the job. Lefever put together and trained the team shortly after his arrival in Sigonella late last year. According to Lefever, when deeply disturbing events occur, whether natural or man-made, the individuals involved may feel overwhelmed. The Sailors and Marines at sea who work under extreme stress and who are in harms way deserve as much support as we can afford to give them. Marines have easy access to therapy, rehabilitation and an education from specialists.
Marines are a product of society and have poor body awareness.
Today, that same Marine is back in training within four days. For acute injuries that require surgery, such as a dislocated shoulder or ligament damage, the recovery time has decreased from an average of 90 to 32 days. To help keep them motivated, the injured Marines are treated immediately while surrounded by peers in a rehabilitation platoon to encourage one another. They are also taught their responsibility for the progress of their rehabilitation, and how to prevent re-injury. As Marines step off the bus to attend SOI, they are screened for many potential problems, such as knee injuries.