Abstract
This case report describes a serious cervical spine injury occurring in an F-111 pilot of the RAAF. The pilot developed a significant cervical intervertebral disc protrusion with severe, progressive neurological signs and symptoms in his right arm for a period of 4 mo. Multiple investigations including MRI and myelography established the site of the lesion as C6/7. He eventually responded to bed rest and made a complete recovery. The aeromedical disposition of this aviator and the roles of different treatment modalities in the aviation environment are discussed. The need for more research into +Gz-related neck injuries and the requirement for preventive strategies to protect the cervical spines of high performance pilots are also highlighted.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 351-353 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Aviation Space and Environmental Medicine |
| Volume | 67 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| Publication status | Published - 9 Apr 1996 |