
September 2019 - Wilderness & Environmental Medicine Live
Wilderness Medicine Podcast
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Cold Water Acclimation Strategies
This chapter explores effective methods for preventing cold water immersion syndrome, focusing on thermal protection and physiological adaptations. It reviews research on cold acclimation, detailing how various factors such as body mass index influence metabolic heat production and subjective sensations of cold. The discussion also highlights the importance of recognizing risk factors and utilizing acclimation strategies for enhanced safety in cold environments.
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