Army tests if getting used to the cold keeps Soldiers' hands working

NCT ID NCT05464758

Summary

This study investigated whether repeatedly exposing people to cold air helps the body adapt, improving blood flow to the hands and maintaining hand function and comfort in the cold. 16 healthy adults underwent eight days of cold air exposure while researchers measured their skin blood flow, hand dexterity, and how cold they felt. The goal was to understand if this 'cold habituation' could be a useful strategy for military personnel operating in cold environments.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine

    Natick, Massachusetts, 01760, United States

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