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Superficial Ballistic Trauma and Subjective Pain Experienced during Force-on-Force Training and the Observed Recovery
Adam Biggs1, Matthew Doubrava1
1Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton, 2624 Q Street, Area B, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH 45433-7955.
Military Medicine
|April 6, 2019
Summary
Military training using simulated ammunition causes mild, short-lived pain, with chest impacts rated slightly higher. This pilot study assesses superficial ballistic trauma and recovery from marking cartridges during force-on-force drills.
Area of Science:
- Military Medicine
- Trauma Research
- Pain Assessment
Background:
- Military training requires realistic combat simulation.
- Simulated ammunition provides safe force-on-force training but its medical effects are undocumented.
- Assessing subjective pain and recovery from simulated ammunition impacts is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess superficial ballistic trauma from simulated ammunition.
- To document subjective pain and recovery after impact.
- To provide pilot data on the medical effects of simulated ammunition in training.
Main Methods:
- Participants engaged in 9 mm pistol duels using marking cartridges.
- Minimal protective gear was worn, exposing chest, arms, and hands.
- Subjective pain was assessed, and recovery was documented photographically.
Main Results:
- Simulated ammunition inflicted mild subjective pain, dissipating within days.
- Chest impacts were rated slightly higher in pain than other regions.
- Contusions were minor and resolved quickly, mirroring pain reduction.
Conclusions:
- Force-on-force training with simulated ammunition is safe when manufacturer standards are followed.
- Mild pain from simulated ammunition is a necessary stressor for combat simulation.
- Further research is needed to understand regional pain and recovery differences.
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