Understanding fatigue in air search and rescue missions
Physiological, Psychological and Cognitive Impact of Air Search and Rescue Missions
This study looks at how 15 days of air search and rescue missions affect the physical and mental health of Portuguese Air Force crews, including their fitness, sleep, and overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Faculdade de Motricidade Humana Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lisbon) |
| Trial ID | NCT06253026 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to evaluate the physiological, psychological, and cognitive effects of 15 consecutive days of air search and rescue missions on Portuguese Air Force crews. It will assess body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, and strength levels, while also examining the impacts of deployments on sleep quality, nutrition, and overall lifestyle. Participants will undergo evaluations at multiple time points: after a holiday period, before missions, during missions, upon return, and again after twelve months. The study seeks to identify both immediate and cumulative effects of successive deployments on crew members.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are active members of the Portuguese Air Force who are approved for search and rescue missions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the Air Force or those not involved in search and rescue missions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved strategies for managing fatigue and enhancing the performance and well-being of air force personnel.
How similar studies have performed: While studies on fatigue in military settings exist, this specific approach focusing on air search and rescue missions is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Air Force Military For intervention group * Approved for search and rescue missions by the clinical staff
Where this trial is running
Lisbon
- Faculty of Human Kinetics — Lisbon, Portugal (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Cristina Monteiro, PhD
- Email: cmonteiro@fmh.ulisboa.pt
- Phone: 00351214149174
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.