Category Archives: Crush injuries

Body Armor for the Prepared Citizen

We often discuss how to treat wounds caused by bullets or knives, but rarely talk[Read More]

Bone Contusions: Not Just A Bruise

In the search for knowledge, the family medic will find many articles on trauma leading[Read More]

Survive An Avalanche

Winter is still with us, and one of many risks of backcountry hiking or skiing[Read More]

How To Treat A Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax) Off The Grid

  Last time, we discussed the rib cage, an important shield against trauma to the[Read More]

Blunt Trauma

Standard first aid manuals have the information you need to get victims of disasters to[Read More]

Survival Medicine Podcast: Internal Injuries, Bandages/Dressings, Raw Honey, Antiseptics, More…

You know, we talk a lot about medical supplies that you have to get serious[Read More]

Compartment Syndrome in Crush Injuries

The group medic in survival scenarios will face a number of challenges not normally seen[Read More]