Cervical Disc Displacement in Military Pilots

CONCLUSIONS: The U.S. Military helicopter pilots have an increased risk compared to fixed-wing pilots and non-pilot controls. CDD remains a rare, though career-threatening, condition. Increased education and awareness training are warranted for both helicopter pilots and flight physicians to recognize signs and symptoms of cervical pathology. Continued investigations into preventive measures to minimize injury and time unfit for flight are warranted.PMID:38334294 | DOI:10.1093/milmed/usae021
Source: Military Medicine - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Source Type: research