Airline pilots aren’t considered to have very injury-prone jobs. But just like any other profession, there are potential injuries that can plague pilots. In this article, we are going to talk about some of the common work injuries that an airline pilot can sustain. We will also offer some tips for dealing with these types of workplace injuries.
Repetitive Strain Injuries
Overuse injuries occur when a worker performs the same physical functions on a regular basis at work. Over the course of many years, these repetitive functions can lead to overuse injuries like bursitis, arthritis, and various related conditions. Airline pilots are not immune to these injuries, as they perform many of the same functions every day while taking off, landing, and flying planes.
Sitting Injuries
It sounds like a joke, but “sitting injuries” are quite dangerous. Pilots are required to sit for extended periods of time, especially during long flights. Sitting for such long periods without getting up to move around or stretch can lead to blood clotting in your leg and other serious medical conditions. To prevent this, try to stand up and move around (even for a few minutes at a time) during long flights. If that’s not an option, do some leg stretches while sitting.
Psychological Stress
Pilots work very stressful jobs. They are responsible for all the lives of their passengers on any given flight. That responsibility can lead to excessive stress and other injuries. A lot of people don’t realize that you can get compensation for both physical and psychological/emotional injuries.
Minnesota Work Injury Helpline
Hey Workers is a work injury helpline available to all Minnesota workers who have been injured on the job. Our staff is ready and able to connect you with local doctors and work injury attorneys who can help you recover from your work injuries and also deal with the legal aspects of your work comp claim. When you’ve been injured on the job, you need to focus on your own personal recovery. Let us handle the rest. If you or a loved one has been injured on the job, don’t delay! Pick up the phone and dial 844-Hey-Workers today.
