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Physical examination during space flight

B A Harris1, R D Billica, S L Bishop

  • 1National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Lyndon B Johnson Space Center, Houston, Texas, USA.

Mayo Clinic Proceedings
|April 1, 1997
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Conducting physical exams in microgravity requires specialized techniques. This study found that a modified hands-on approach can detect physiological changes in astronauts during spaceflight, aiding in developing optimal medical care.

Area of Science:

  • Space Medicine
  • Human Physiology in Microgravity
  • Astronaut Health

Background:

  • Physical examinations in space are crucial for monitoring astronaut health.
  • Existing examination methods may not be optimal in microgravity.
  • Understanding physiological adaptations is key to astronaut well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and refine physical examination techniques for microgravity environments.
  • To document physiological changes experienced by astronauts during spaceflight.
  • To establish standardized examination protocols for space missions.

Main Methods:

  • A modified, hands-on physical examination was developed and tested.
  • Examinations were conducted preflight, in-flight, and postflight on astronauts.
Keywords:
NASA Center JSCNASA Discipline Number 02-30NASA Discipline Number 06-10NASA Discipline Space Human FactorsNASA Program Clinical MedicineNASA Program Space Human Factors

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  • Key physiological variables including edema, bowel sounds, and reflexes were assessed.

    • Main Results:

    • Unique elements for microgravity physical examinations were identified.
    • Demonstrable physiological changes were observed across multiple systems due to microgravity.
    • The modified examination successfully detected these alterations.

    Conclusions:

    • The physical examination in microgravity differs significantly from Earth-based examinations.
    • Hands-on techniques are effective in detecting microgravity-induced physiological changes.
    • These findings are vital for advancing medical care for astronauts in space.