How to Treat Flail Chest in the Field
Note: None of the contents of this article are meant to replace the advisement or care of a real medical professional. This information is for use solely in emergency situations…
PRODUCT REVIEW: Chase Tactical IFAK (BASIC MEDICAL REFILL KIT)
I was trying to think of what group this review should be geared towards; soldiers that are deploying, preppers, outdoor enthusiasts. The list was getting long when I realized the…
Destroy Your Workout without Being Destroyed Opedix Knee-Tec Compression Wear
As an endurance athlete I have been using compression apparel for many years. While a few pieces have been barely more than form fitting garments I have generally been pleased…
Phokus Research Low Vis Trauma Kit reviewed by former Navy SEAL Garrick
Low Visibility Deployment 2 – IFAK Item No.Q0-L86R-AWOF Product Details Retails for $144.00 Phokus trauma kits are worn in the negative space behind ballistic protection. Reduces or eliminates space, weight,…
Product Review of the Shield-2 and Deployment Trauma Kit II from PHOKUS Research Group
Review of the Shield-2 and Deployment Trauma Kit II from PHOKUS research group I received two medical kits to review from Spotterup.com both kits are very different. One is the…
Fireweed and a Simple Clue to Prepare for Winter
In Great Britain they call it rosebay willow herb. Here it’s known for growing quickly and so we call it fireweed. When Mt St. Helen blew open it was one…
Mental War, the Convoluted World of the Vet and the Veterans Administration
by Daniel D Lion Over the course of the last 14 years the United States has fought two major wars that mentally and physically disabled our fighting force for decades.…
Rainwater Harvesting, Off the Grid Style
Rainwater Collection System. Now this is cool stuff. The best thing about rainwater is that it is free from pollutants as well as salts, minerals, and other natural and man-made…
10 Years of Discovery and Post-Workout Nutrition
Over the past 10 yrs I have spent tens of thousands of dollars on various post-workout proteins, drinks, and concoctions. I have spent an immeasurable amount of time reading exercise…
Why Many Combat Vets LIE to the VA
On March 12 of 2015 I gave a speech for the “Grand Rounds” at the VA Hospital in Washington DC. One of my main points was the lack of trust…