Accession Number:

ADA043075

Title:

Evaluation and Management of the Flyer with Headache,

Descriptive Note:

Corporate Author:

SCHOOL OF AEROSPACE MEDICINE BROOKS AFB TEX

Personal Author(s):

• Rud,Ronald C.

Report Date:

1977-06-01

Pagination or Media Count:

20.0

Abstract:

Headache is discussed as a problem in aviation. Currently accepted classifications are described, followed by a systematic approach to the evaluation of a patient with a headache. Therapy is presented for common forms of headaches, with special emphasis on the flyer. Aeromedical considerations and present policies regarding headaches and suspension from flying are discussed. Author

Descriptors:

• *AVIATION MEDICINE
• *HEADACHES
• DIAGNOSIS(MEDICINE)
• CLASSIFICATION
• THERAPY
• PREVENTION
• AVIATION PERSONNEL

Subject Categories:

• Medicine and Medical Research

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE