Astronauts in orbit have experienced serious medical conditions including decompression sickness and physical injuries.
the verdict
SUPPORTED
the evidence backs this
confidence 86/100
Multiple scientific reviews confirm that astronauts face significant health hazards in orbit and during space exploration, including physical injuries, musculoskeletal degradation, and decompression sickness.
Evidence for · 6
Human Health during Space Travel: State-of-the-Art Review.
2022 · cited by 65
This review synthesizes health challenges during space travel, noting that the extraterrestrial environment affects multiple organ systems and poses serious medical risks.
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More for · 5
Ocular conditions and injuries, detection and management in spaceflight
2023 · cited by 36
This review highlights various ocular injuries and conditions, including corneal abrasions and chemical burns, experienced during spaceflight.
Microgravity and Musculoskeletal Health: What Strategies Should Be Used for a Great Challenge?
2023 · cited by 33
This review discusses how the absence of gravity leads to systemic physiological alterations, including musculoskeletal conditions like osteoporosis and sarcopenia.
Planetary extravehicular activity (EVA) risk mitigation strategies for long-duration space missions.
2021 · cited by 21
This review identifies decompression sickness and thermal or chemical injuries as primary risks associated with extravehicular activity (EVA) during space missions.
Effect of Spaceflight and Microgravity on the Musculoskeletal System: A Review.
2024 · cited by 10
This review notes that spaceflight reduces bone mineral density and impairs fracture healing and joint health.
Utility of ultrasound in managing acute medical conditions in space: a scoping review.
2023 · cited by 4
This scoping review details the utility of ultrasound in managing acute medical conditions in space, including musculoskeletal trauma, decompression sickness, and acute pathologies.