Aeromedical

Aeromedical refers to the medical and public health practice applied to the specific environmental and physiological challenges of human activity in the aerospace environment. It is a specialized field of medicine that focuses on the prevention and management of health conditions associated with air travel.

History

The field of aeromedical began with the advent of sustained flight in the early 20th century. The first recorded use of the term "aeromedical" was in 1947, in the context of the United States Air Force's efforts to protect the health of its pilots and crew.

Aeromedical Factors

Aeromedical factors are the aspects of human physiology and psychology that interact with the aviation environment to influence health and performance. These factors include hypoxia, barotrauma, decompression sickness, and motion sickness. Understanding these factors is crucial for the prevention and treatment of health conditions associated with air travel.

Aeromedical Evacuation

Aeromedical evacuation is the use of aircraft to transport injured or ill individuals from a dangerous or remote location to a place where they can receive medical care. This can involve the use of specially equipped aircraft, known as air ambulances, or the adaptation of regular aircraft for this purpose.

Aeromedical Certification

Aeromedical certification is the process by which individuals are medically cleared for air travel or for work in the aviation industry. This can involve a thorough medical examination and the assessment of an individual's fitness to fly.

Aeromedical Organizations

There are several organizations dedicated to the field of aeromedical, including the Aerospace Medical Association and the International Association of Flight and Critical Care Paramedics. These organizations work to advance the field of aeromedical through research, education, and advocacy.

See Also

• Aviation Medicine
• Space Medicine
• Travel Medicine