Real-time assessment of global and regional lung ventilation in the anti-gravity straining maneuver using electrical impedance tomography

Yang, Lin; Dai, Meng; Li, Shiqin; Wang, Hang; Cao, Xinsheng; Zhao, Zhanqi

doi:10.1016/j.compbiomed.2021.104592

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“…Changes in Stress and HRV-Heart rate variability, measured with Polar H10 portable device (2,(13)(14)(15). The assessment will reveal if the exercise protocol influences pilots' responses to stressors, with a lower stress response enhancing decision-making (4)-Time Frame: measured at 12 weeks (vs. baseline values).…”

Section: Primary Outcomesmentioning

confidence: 99%

The effect of Ashtanga-Vinyasa Yoga method on air force pilots’ operational performance

Santos,

Melo,

Fernandes

et al. 2024

Front. Public Health

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IntroductionIn today’s military landscape, optimizing performance and bolstering physical health and mental resilience are critical objectives. Introducing a 12-week Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Supta Method (AVYSM) to the training protocol of military trained Airforce pilots, we aim to assesses the feasibility and impact of the method.Materials and equipmentBorg Scale assesses the intensity level of physical activity during the intervention. Flight simulator data gauges operational performance responses. Postural control responses are measured using a force platform, stress responses are monitored via heart monitor, and handgrip dynamometry will measure strength. Respiratory capacity is assessed using a spirometer, body composition is evaluated using impedance balance, and aviation-related questionnaires are administered before and after the intervention period.MethodsIn a randomized controlled trial, the totality of pilots from the “Masters in Military Aeronautics: aviator pilot specialist” course at the Portuguese Air Force Academy (PAA) were randomly assigned to the yoga intervention or the waiting list control groups, with participants providing written informed consent. The control group followed protocolized course classes for 12 weeks, while the intervention group integrated two weekly one-hour yoga sessions into their course.ResultsThe PAA has approved the implementation of this intervention protocol at Airbase 11 in Beja, highlighting its significance for the organization’s policy makers. We hypothesize that this method will enhance operational performance and, subsequently, elevate flight safety.DiscussionThis research’s potential extends beyond the PAA, as it can be adapted for use in Airforce departments of other nations and various military contexts.Clinical trial registrationÉvora University research ethics committee—approval number 21050. Study registered on ClinicalTrials.gov under identifier NCT05821270, registered on April 19, 2023.

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Section: Primary Outcomesmentioning

confidence: 99%