Degenerative Changes of the Spine of Pilots of the RNLAF
Abstract
During air combat maneuvering under high +Gz forces, the spine is frequently exposed to heavy loads. Therefore, acute in-flight neck injury is a common complaint among pilots flying high performance aircraft. However, not only sudden incapacitation is caused by high performance flying. The frequent and extreme loading of the spine over the years also constitutes a "chronic" strain, which can possibly lead to degenerative changes.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADP010562
Entities
People
- Ingtrid J. Hendriksen
- Michael Holewijn