Human Responses to 5 Heated Hypothermia Wrap Systems in a Cold Environment

ConclusionsThe user-assembled and Doctor Down systems were most effective, and subjects were coldest with the HPMK system. However, it is likely that any of the tested systems would be viable options for wilderness responders, and the choice would depend on considerations of cost; volume, as it relates to available space; and weight, as it relates to ability to carry or transport the system to the patient.
Source: Wilderness and Environmental Medicine - Category: Environmental Health Source Type: research