Is there an injury more specific to our age than the brain damage suffered by bomb squad technicians who are exposed to repeated blast waves?

Think about that. Then read about both the "pre" and the "post" blast life in this book.

Sounds Hurt Locker-ish:

"This “nose to nose” confrontation with the enemy’s improvised explosive device is the ultimate test of nerve and skill as well as the supreme expression of the esprit de corps..."