Space physiology
By: Jay C. Buckey, Jr.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Published: 2006
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 304
ISBN-13: 9780195137255
Subjects: Space flight -- Physiological effect -- Handbooks, manuals, etc; Space medicine -- Handbooks, manuals, etc; Aerospace Medicine -- Handbooks
Genres: Handbooks, manuals, etc.; Handbooks.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: title: Bone loss: dealing with calcium and bone loss in space; title: Psychosocial support: maintaining an effective team; title: Radiation hazards: establishing a safe level; title: Muscle loss: a practical approach to maintaining strength; title: Extra vehicular activity: performing eva safely; title: Balance: the neurovestibular effects of spaceflight and their operational consequences; title: Cardiovascular changes: preventing orthostatic intolerance; title: Nutrition: maintaining body mass and preventing disease; title: Space motion sickness: prevention and treatment; title: Gender differences: individualized management; title: Pre-flight preparation, post-flight recovery: preparation and rehabilitation; title: Long-duration medical planning: medical care on the way to Mars.