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Posture, Prevention, and the Vestibular Edge with Dr. Wagner
Episode 23
In this episode of The Calm Cockpit, Dr. Beth Wagner—Doctor of Physical Therapy and vestibular specialist—shares science-backed strategies for keeping pilots physically ready, resilient, and confident in the cockpit. We cover proactive posture fixes, simple in-flight reset routines, practical vestibular training to reduce motion sickness and spatial disorientation, and accessible ways pilots can seek preventative care without triggering medical reporting. Dr. Wagner offers clear, actionable guidance to help pilots reduce pain, improve focus, and support long-term career health.
Dr. Wagner and Gita also discuss motion sensitivity and motion sickness in pilots.They share the specific protocol Gita–with Beth’s educational tools–is using to help train her midlife pilot brain to handle the sensations of flight and to proactively expose her system to motion in a safe environment. This has helped Gita decouple the physical sensation of movement from the anxiety of getting sick as well as provide exposure therapy on days where she isn’t flying. This discussion is a start at making a roadmap of ideas for other pilots of how to take the tools Beth provides and turn them into a real-world training tool.
Listen to This Episode If You Want To:
Prevent neck and back pain during long duty days
Improve in-cockpit comfort, alertness, and focus
Understand spatial disorientation and motion sickness
Build a personalized wellness and movement routine
Access PT support without jeopardizing flight medicals
Strengthen your vestibular system through simple daily exercises
Links to Beth’s Website:
Movement & Function Physical Therapy
Videos mentioned in the show:
Beginner Vestibular Rehab Exercises- Motion Sensitivity, Imbalance, Vertigo
Foam Roller Spinal Alignment
Body Scan Relaxation
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Eye Massager Review
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Episode 23
In this episode of The Calm Cockpit, Dr. Beth Wagner—Doctor of Physical Therapy and vestibular specialist—shares science-backed strategies for keeping pilots physically ready, resilient, and confident in the cockpit. We cover proactive posture fixes, simple in-flight reset routines, practical vestibular training to reduce motion sickness and spatial disorientation, and accessible ways pilots can seek preventative care without triggering medical reporting. Dr. Wagner offers clear, actionable guidance to help pilots reduce pain, improve focus, and support long-term career health.
Dr. Wagner and Gita also discuss motion sensitivity and motion sickness in pilots.They share the specific protocol Gita–with Beth’s educational tools–is using to help train her midlife pilot brain to handle the sensations of flight and to proactively expose her system to motion in a safe environment. This has helped Gita decouple the physical sensation of movement from the anxiety of getting sick as well as provide exposure therapy on days where she isn’t flying. This discussion is a start at making a roadmap of ideas for other pilots of how to take the tools Beth provides and turn them into a real-world training tool.
Listen to This Episode If You Want To:
Prevent neck and back pain during long duty days
Improve in-cockpit comfort, alertness, and focus
Understand spatial disorientation and motion sickness
Build a personalized wellness and movement routine
Access PT support without jeopardizing flight medicals
Strengthen your vestibular system through simple daily exercises
Links to Beth’s Website:
Movement & Function Physical Therapy
Videos mentioned in the show:
Beginner Vestibular Rehab Exercises- Motion Sensitivity, Imbalance, Vertigo
Foam Roller Spinal Alignment
Body Scan Relaxation
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Eye Massager Review
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