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What type of cold weather injuries are trench foot and immersion foot?
non-freezing
What injuries can you get from extreme cold weather?
Frost bite
Does trench foot spread foot to foot?
No. Trench foot - or "immersion foot" as it is sometimes called is caused by cold-induced injuries resutling from exposure to conditions of 0 -15 deg C (non-freezing) and wet conditions for several days. These conditions were common in the trenches of the First World War ( from where the condition gets it's name) and also in shipwrecked sailors.
Cold and wet in World War 1?
What is it you want to know? Do you want to know about the terrible weather the trench warriors had to endure? Did you want to know about Trench Foot?
What effect cold water have on the muscle?
cold water immersion influences muscle
What conditions did soldiers contract from fighting in trenches in World War 1?
"Trenchfoot Or Immersion Foot" Immersion foot, or trench foot, is a medical condition caused by prolonged exposure of the feet to damp, unsanitary and cold conditions. Characteristics Affected feet become numb and then turn red or blue. As the condition worsens, they may swell. Advanced immersion foot often involves blisters and open sores, which lead to fungal infections; this is sometimes called jungle rot. If left untreated, immersion foot usually results in gangrene, which can require amputation. If immersion foot is treated properly, complete recovery is normal, though it is marked by severe short-term pain when feeling returns. Like other cold injuries, immersion foot leaves sufferers more susceptible to it in the future.[citation needed] Immersion foot occurs when feet are cold and damp while wearing constricting footwear. Unlike frostbite, immersion foot does not require freezing temperatures and can occur in temperatures up to 60° Fahrenheit (about 16° Celsius). The condition can occur with as little as eleven hours' exposure.[citation needed] Immersion foot is easily prevented by keeping the feet warm and dry, and changing socks frequently when the feet cannot be kept dry. During World War I,[citation needed] trench soldiers were provided with whale grease and told to apply it to their feet to reduce the prevalence of this condition; the idea was to make the feet waterproof. It was found, however, that this made the condition worse as it made the feet perspire and absorb even more water. It was also discovered that a key measure was regular foot inspections by officers.[1] Trench foot was first noted in Napoleon's army in 1812. It was on the retreat from Russia that it became prevalent, and was first described by Larrey.[2] It was a particular problem for soldiers in trench warfare during the winters of World War I[3] and II and in the Vietnam War. Trench foot made an unwelcome reappearance in the British Army during the Falklands War, in 1982. The causes were the cold, wet conditions and the DMS Boot, which was insufficiently waterproof. Some people were even said to have developed trench foot at the Glastonbury Festival of 2008 due to the cold and wet conditions at the event. [1] Sources:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Immersion_foot
What are some ways to protect Soldiers against cold weather injuries?
Covered vehicles for troop transport, cold weather clothing, laundry services, warming tents/areas, hot rations/hot beverages, and drinking water.
What problems did soldiers suffer in the trenches?
sometimes the weather was the cause of disease, like trench foot where the soldiers were stood for hours on end in wet, cold and insanitary conditions. If it was left untreated, trench foot could turn gangrenous and result in amputation.
What Is a fact about the Italian soldiers during the world war 1?
The Italian soldiers were a part of the Triple Alliance. The soldiers fought with trench warfare in very cold weather.
How successful was trench warfare as a strategy?
I do not believe that trench warfare was successful as a strategy because it made both sides sitting targets for disease and artillery fire. During times of the year when cold weather and rainy conditions were common, the trenches would fill with water and soldiers would be at risk of trench foot.
What effect does the cold have on muscle coordination?
cold numbens muscle and decreases swelling. They say to use cold on new injuries and heat on old injuries. also coldness decreases the speed of chemical reactions, but i am unsure weather to use cold for bee stings and such...
What are indication for ice immersion?
Ice immersion is indicated for managing acute injuries, such as sprains and strains, to reduce swelling and numb pain. It is also used in rehabilitation settings to control inflammation and facilitate recovery post-surgery. Additionally, ice immersion can be beneficial for athletes to prevent heat stress and enhance recovery after intense training or competition. However, it should be applied cautiously to avoid tissue damage from prolonged exposure to cold.
