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CHAPTER 7
SLEEP AND THE IMPACT OF MEDICAL CONDITIONS
Most of the scientific work related to sleep issues and professional pilots has involved the effect of fatigue on alertness and performance.
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) is probably the most common medical cause of poor sleep in pilots. It consists of repeated pauses in breathing during sleep. The effects of OSA are seen when awake, with the individual feeling very tired the next day due to repeatedly disturbed sleep, resulting in an increased susceptibility to fatigue.
In Fitness to Fly, find
6 SIMPLE WAYS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF MEDICAL CAUSES OF POOR SLEEP:
1. Maintain a healthy weight
2. Get active!
3. Avoid drinking alcohol before bedtime
4. Stop smoking
5. Use sleep opportunities wisely
6. Avoid caffeine and other stimulants before bedtime
CHAPTER 7
SLEEP AND THE IMPACT OF MEDICAL CONDITIONS
Most of the scientific work related to sleep issues and professional pilots has involved the effect of fatigue on alertness and performance.
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) is probably the most common medical cause of poor sleep in pilots. It consists of repeated pauses in breathing during sleep. The effects of OSA are seen when awake, with the individual feeling very tired the next day due to repeatedly disturbed sleep, resulting in an increased susceptibility to fatigue.
1. Maintain a healthy weight
2. Get active!
3. Avoid drinking alcohol before bedtime
4. Stop smoking
5. Use sleep opportunities wisely
6. Avoid caffeine and other stimulants before bedtime
6 SIMPLE WAYS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF MEDICAL CAUSES OF POOR SLEEP:
In Fitness to Fly, find
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CHAPTER 1
UNDERSTANDING CARDIOVASCULAR RISK
CHAPTER 2
HOW TO KEEP MENTALLY WELL
CHAPTER 3
IMPACT OF ALCOHOL AND DRUGS ON PERFORMANCE AND HEALTH
CHAPTER 4
WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT CANCER
CHAPTER 5
HOW TO REDUCE YOUR HEALTH RISKS FROM MUSCULOSKELETAL INJURY
CHAPTER 6
NUTRITION AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
CHAPTER 7
SLEEP AND THE IMPACT OF MEDICAL CONDITIONS
CHAPTER 8
TRAVEL HEALTH
CHAPTER 9
HEARING AND VISION