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The hidden health issue sending seafarers home

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Splash 247 · 08 Oct 2026 · 13:48 UTC
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Musculoskeletal problems are responsible for a significant proportion of crew repatriations, but earlier intervention could help prevent many cases from reaching that stage says Ronald Spithout, MD OneHealth by VIKAND. Working at sea is physically demanding, so aches and pains can easily be accepted as part of the job. A sore back after lifting, a …

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Musculoskeletal problems are responsible for a significant proportion of crew repatriations, but earlier intervention could help prevent many cases from reaching that stage says Ronald Spithout, MD OneHealth by VIKAND. Working at sea is physically demanding, so aches and pains can easily be accepted as part of the job. A sore back after lifting, a …[1]

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