Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Muscles of the Leg that Move the Foot and Toes01:28

Muscles of the Leg that Move the Foot and Toes

4.1K
The human leg comprises an intricate system of muscles that facilitate the movement of feet and toes. Within this system, the muscles are categorized into the anterior, lateral, and posterior compartments, each with a unique set of muscles carrying out specific functions.
Anterior Compartment
The anterior compartment includes muscles that contribute to the dorsiflexion of the foot. This compartment houses the tibialis anterior, extensor hallucis longus, and extensor digitorum longus muscles....
4.1K
Interdisciplinary Care: The Health Care Team-I01:21

Interdisciplinary Care: The Health Care Team-I

2.7K
An interdisciplinary team includes many healthcare professionals working together and utilizing their skills, knowledge, and expertise to provide holistic and quality patient care.
Physicians
The physician's primary responsibility is to diagnose illness and direct the medical or surgical treatment of the condition. The authority to admit patients to a healthcare agency or institution and practice care within that setting is granted to physicians by the healthcare agency or institution...
2.7K
Interdisciplinary Care: The Health Care Team-II01:18

Interdisciplinary Care: The Health Care Team-II

2.3K
An interdisciplinary team includes many healthcare professionals working together and utilizing their skills, knowledge, and expertise to provide holistic and quality patient care. Here are a few more healthcare professionals.
Physical Therapist
A physical therapist (PT) aims to restore function or prevent additional impairment in a patient following an injury or disease. Massage, heat, cold, water, sonar waves, exercises, and electrical stimulation are some treatments used by PTs to treat...
2.3K
Continuing Care01:25

Continuing Care

2.0K
Continuing care describes the variety of health, personal, and social services provided over a prolonged period. The need for continuing care is increasing because people are living longer. Many people do not have families or others to care for them. Continuing care is mainly for patients who are disabled, functionally dependent, or suffering from a terminal disease. It is available within institutional settings or in homes. Examples include nursing centers or facilities, assisted living,...
2.0K
Standards of Care I01:22

Standards of Care I

1.1K
Federal statutes profoundly impact nursing practice, providing critical guidelines to ensure patient care is equitable, accessible, and of the highest quality. The following laws address distinct aspects of healthcare provision and patient rights:
1.1K
Ostomy Care01:24

Ostomy Care

2.1K
Introduction
An ostomy is a surgical procedure that creates an artificial opening from the intestines to the outside of the body, allowing for the rerouting of effluent. This opening is known as a stoma. A stoma usually protrudes above the skin surface, appearing pink or red, moist, and round, and it lacks nerve sensations.
There are different types of ostomies, including colostomies, ileostomies, and urostomies:
2.1K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

GLP-1 receptor agonists and weight-loss strategies for individuals with obesity and hip or knee osteoarthritis: a scoping review.

British journal of sports medicine·2026
Same author

Clinical and immunological effects of adding cyclophosphamide to pomalidomide-dexamethasone in relapsed-refractory multiple myeloma: The randomized MUKseven trial.

British journal of haematology·2026
Same author

Ensemble learning for predicting the damped response of granular materials and interpretation through feature importance analysis.

The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America·2026
Same author

Building a Mississippi Military-Civilian Surgical Partnership for Readiness and Community Service.

Military medicine·2026
Same author

Use of Zone 1 REBOA in Deployed U.S. Military Settings Is Associated With Improved Survival to Next Role of Care.

Military medicine·2026
Same author

Readiness accelerators for military general surgeons: Insights from acute care surgery fellowship programs.

The journal of trauma and acute care surgery·2026
Same journal

A Scoping Review of Orexin Antagonists in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Modulating Sleep, Stress, and Fear Circuits.

Military medicine·2026
Same journal

Human Performance Optimization in Special Operations Forces: Structure, Outcomes, and Readiness Implications.

Military medicine·2026
Same journal

Mindfulness in Military Medicine: A Mixed-Methods Analysis of Army Medical Specialist Corps Officers' Mindfulness Competency, Beliefs, and Tendencies.

Military medicine·2026
Same journal

Comorbidity of Nightmares in U.S. Military Personnel With Insomnia, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, or Co-Morbid Insomnia and Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

Military medicine·2026
Same journal

Artificial Intelligence Answering Femoroacetabular Impingement Patient Questions: Helpful Tool or Harmful Risk? Evaluating NIPRGPT Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Femoroacetabular Impingement.

Military medicine·2026
Same journal

Operational Implementation of Prolonged Field Care Kits for Large-Scale Combat Operations.

Military medicine·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 5, 2026

Evaluating the Function of the Foot Core System in the Elderly
08:25

Evaluating the Function of the Foot Core System in the Elderly

Published on: March 11, 2022

3.3K

Frostbite and Immersion Foot Care.

Andrew Hall1, Jennifer Sexton1, Bruce Lynch1

  • 1Joint Trauma System, 3698 Chambers Pass, Joint Base San Antonio, Fort Sam Houston, TX.

Military Medicine
|September 7, 2018
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Cold injuries like hypothermia and frostbite remain a significant concern for military readiness. Understanding historical cold injury data is crucial for modern battlefield medical training and prevention strategies.

More Related Videos

Medical-grade Sterilizable Target for Fluid-immersed Fetoscope Optical Distortion Calibration
07:03

Medical-grade Sterilizable Target for Fluid-immersed Fetoscope Optical Distortion Calibration

Published on: February 23, 2017

8.0K
The "Motor" in Implicit Motor Sequence Learning: A Foot-stepping Serial Reaction Time Task
10:39

The "Motor" in Implicit Motor Sequence Learning: A Foot-stepping Serial Reaction Time Task

Published on: May 3, 2018

9.1K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 5, 2026

Evaluating the Function of the Foot Core System in the Elderly
08:25

Evaluating the Function of the Foot Core System in the Elderly

Published on: March 11, 2022

3.3K
Medical-grade Sterilizable Target for Fluid-immersed Fetoscope Optical Distortion Calibration
07:03

Medical-grade Sterilizable Target for Fluid-immersed Fetoscope Optical Distortion Calibration

Published on: February 23, 2017

8.0K
The "Motor" in Implicit Motor Sequence Learning: A Foot-stepping Serial Reaction Time Task
10:39

The "Motor" in Implicit Motor Sequence Learning: A Foot-stepping Serial Reaction Time Task

Published on: May 3, 2018

9.1K

Area of Science:

  • Military Medicine
  • Environmental Health
  • Trauma Care

Background:

  • Cold-related injuries, including hypothermia and frostbite, have historically posed severe threats to military personnel.
  • The "Cold Injuries in Korea During Winter of 1950-51" by Orr and Fainer remains a foundational text in military medical readiness.
  • While less common in contemporary conflicts, the risk of mass cold injury casualties persists during warfare and training exercises.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the enduring relevance of historical cold injury data for contemporary military medical planning.
  • To emphasize the continued need for robust prevention and treatment protocols for hypothermia and frostbite in military settings.
  • To underscore the importance of training and preparedness for potential cold injury scenarios.

Main Methods:

  • Historical literature review focusing on battlefield cold injuries.
  • Analysis of documented cases and their impact on military operations.
  • Cross-referencing historical findings with current military medical readiness doctrine.

Main Results:

  • Cold injuries have historically led to significant morbidity and operational limitations for military units.
  • The principles outlined in historical cold injury studies remain applicable to modern military contexts.
  • Effective medical readiness training is essential for mitigating the impact of cold injuries.

Conclusions:

  • Historical data on cold injuries provides critical insights for current military medical readiness.
  • Proactive measures and continuous training are vital to prevent and manage hypothermia and frostbite in military personnel.
  • Preparedness for cold-related threats is a non-negotiable aspect of military medical strategy.