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Trench foot - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Trench foot (also known as "immersion foot" or "chillblains") is a medical condition caused by prolonged exposure of the feet to damp and cold. Advanced trench foot often involves blisters and open sores, which lead to fungal infections. Trench foot is easily prevented by keeping the feet warm and dry, and changing socks frequently when the feet cannot be kept dry. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Trench_foot   (275 words)

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Encyclopedia: Trench warfare   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29) Trench warfare is a form of war in which both opposing armies have static lines of fortifications dug into the ground, facing each other. Trench warfare arose when there was a revolution in firepower without similar advances in mobility and communications. Periods of trench warfare occurred during the American Civil War (1861-5) and the Russo-Japanese War of 1904–05, and reached peak brutality and bloodshed on the Western Front in the First World War. www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Trench-warfare   (1446 words)

trench foot, 1914-18, ww1   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29) Trench foot was one of the most widespread and debilitating that affected men from both sides of the lines, it is linked with WW1 hence the name "Trench foot". Some situations made trench foot more likely, such as poor fitting boots restriciting the circulation, immobility, amount of water and temperature of water in the base of the trench. Nowadays this illness is still known as trench foot or immersion foot, on the Falklands campaign it amounted to 14% of casualties. ourworld.compuserve.com /homepages/kylet1/tfoot.htm   (446 words)

MSN Encarta - Search Results - trench foot Foot (anatomy), in human anatomy, lowest structure on the leg, consisting of 26 bones and resembling the hand. In accentual-syllabic versification the basic unit of measurement is known as the foot. The foot consists of one accented syllable accompanied by one... encarta.msn.com /trench%2bfoot.html   (117 words)

Trench foot It is sometimes, today, called "immersion foot," nerve and muscle damage that results from prolonged exposure to moisture and/or cold without ice formation (as in frostbite) in the cells of the affected area. The foot is cold to the touch, slightly swollen, slightly discolored, numb, maybe a little tender to touch. During this phase, the patient may complain of increased perspiration in the foot, increased sensitivity to cold, and varying degrees of pain, itching, and paresthesia (a creeping, tingling, prickly feeling). members.tripod.com /dwscfl/id44.htm   (528 words)

Trench Foot information at MyFootShop.com! Trench foot injuries are sustained in temperatures ranging from 32-65 degrees Fahrenheit. Trench foot differs from frostbite in that frostbite is the actual freezing of cells at or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Warm water immersion foot and tropical immersion foot symptoms include painful thickening and maceration of the skin of the bottom of the foot. www.myfootshop.com /detail.asp?Condition=Trench%20Foot   (871 words)

Trench Foot Trench foot was a particular problem in the early stages of the war. The only remedy for trench foot was for the soldiers to dry their feet and change their socks several times a day. Trench feet was still a new ailment and the provision of dry socks was vitally important. www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.uk /FWWfoot.htm   (574 words)

trench foot - definition from Biology-Online.org Exposure for 48 hours or more to warm water causes tropical immersion foot or warm-water immersion foot common in vietnam where troops were exposed to prolonged or repeated wading in paddy fields or streams. Trench foot results from prolonged exposure to cold, without actual freezing. It was common in trench warfare during world war I, when soldiers stood, sometimes for hours, in trenches with a few inches of cold water in them. www.biology-online.org /dictionary/trench_foot   (112 words)

trench foot - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about trench foot Ailment afflicting the feet of troops in the trench warfare of World War I, caused by prolonged standing in cold, wet conditions; in severe cases it was sometimes necessary to amputate the toes. It was a persistent problem for all armies fighting in the conditions of the Western Front, but could be alleviated by greasing the feet, frequent changes of socks, and waterproof footwear. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional. encyclopedia.farlex.com /trench+foot   (125 words)

Trench Foot   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29) Trench foot is injury to the tissues of the foot, resulting from prolonged exposure of feet to cold, wet conditions. Trench foot refers to injury to the tissues of the foot, resulting from prolonged exposure of feet to moisture in either winter conditions or warmer conditions if feet stay wet for an extended period of time. Trench foot also may be referred to as "immersion foot". gradyhealthsystem.client.web-health.com /web-health/topics/GeneralHealth/generalhealthsub/generalhealth/lifestyle/outdoors/trench.html   (294 words)

First World War.com - Encyclopedia - Trench Foot Initially believed to be a symptom of poor morale by military authorities, 'trench foot' was in fact a fungal infection of the feet brought on by prolonged exposure to damp, cold conditions allied to poor environmental hygiene. Some 20,000 casualties resulting from trench foot were reputed to have been suffered by the British Army alone during the close of 1914. Improved trench drainage and conditions in general led to a rapid diminishment of cases; local commanders were also held accountable for such outbreaks, which consequently encouraged the provision of better trench conditions, along with regular feet inspections, greasing of toes and changes of socks. www.firstworldwar.com /atoz/trenchfoot.htm   (188 words)

CDC Natural Disasters | Trench foot or Immersion foot   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29) Trench foot, also known as immersion foot, occurs when the feet are wet for long periods of time. Symptoms of trench foot include a tingling and/or itching sensation, pain, swelling, cold and blotchy skin, numbness, and a prickly or heavy feeling in the foot. Treatment for trench foot is similar to the treatment for frostbite. www.bt.cdc.gov /disasters/trenchfoot.asp   (245 words)

The HooK: THE FEARLESS CONSUMER- Trench foot: Refilling wasn't so Speedy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29) The problems lie with the trench Speedy cut between his Concord Drive house and the street: Almost eight weeks later, Nelson is still waiting for the trench to be filled in properly. The trench is roughly six inches wide, and varies radically in depth. The trench, which was deeper and longer-- and many times wider-- than Nelson's, was not only filled in the same day, but firmly tamped down. www.readthehook.com /stories/2003/05/07/theFearlessConsumerTrenchF.html   (759 words)

Trench Foot   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29) Another dangerous thing in the trenches was Trench Foot. Trench foot is when after hours of standing in water-logged trenches, their foot would go numb, change colors, and swell. A water-logged trench is when the trench is filled up with water after a rain storm or after snowing. www.vellorewoods.ps.yrdsb.edu.on.ca /grassroots/16/trench_foot.htm   (97 words)

Ask Jeeves Results - Ww1 Trench Foot Trench foot was one of the most widespread and debilitating that affected men from both sides of the lines, it is linked with WW1 hence... Trench Warfare During World War 1 Above is a picture of the Trench... The mud and the cold caused many soldiers to suffer from trench foot. www.ask.co.uk /resd.asp?q=Ww1+Trench+Foot&&s=200&rf=1   (191 words)

Trench foot   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29) Trench foot (immersion foot) is a cold injury that occurs gradually over several days of exposure to cold, but not freezing, temperatures. A slow or absent pulse in the foot. First aid for trench foot focuses on rewarming the affected areas, relieving pain, and preventing complications such as infection or tissue death. www.meritcare.com /hwdb/_followLink.asp?sgml_id=stt11414-sec   (110 words)

MSN Encarta - Search Results - trench foot Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Celebes Sea, Mariana Trench, Philippine Sea, Puerto Rico Trench Search for books about your topic, "trench foot" Exclusively for MSN Encarta Premium Subscribers--quickly search thousands of articles from magazines such as Time, Newsweek, The Atlantic Monthly, and Smithsonian. encarta.msn.com /trench_foot.html   (117 words)

Glastoe: The festival with trench foot - 2 September 2005   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29) Trenchfoot was suffered by World War 1 soldiers and is caused by the feet being immersed in dirty water for long periods. One festival goer told: 'I only had sandals on and I was literally walking through water filled with poo and rubbish. If you end up with a painful, obviously swollen foot that develops blisters, it would be advisable to contact a physician. www.feetforlife.org /cgi-bin/item.cgi?id=935&d=pndpr&h=pnhpr&f=pnfpr   (313 words)

Trench poetry   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29) Often produced in hazardous conditions, at one point only 700 yards from the front line it acted as the voice of the average British soldier, relaying his experiences, grief, and anger during the entire conflict. At times irreverent, at times hysterical, it is perhaps the best insight into the times and the temper of life in the trenches. As the father of a large family, and having two sons serving in the Tooting Bec Citizens' Brigade, may I draw your attention to the danger from Zeppelins. www.oucs.ox.ac.uk /ltg/projects/jtap/rose/trench.html   (484 words)

BBC - GCSE Bitesize - SOS Teacher History first world war Trench Foot In the trenches the men often lived in dirty, cold and wet conditions. Often the bottom of the trench might be several inches deep in filthy water. If this condition wasn’t treated, gangrene could develop and the foot or even the leg might have to be amputated. www30.thdo.bbc.co.uk /schools/gcsebitesize/sosteacher/history/36144.shtml   (229 words)

Immersion foot (Trench foot) Immersion foot, which may also occur in the hands, is a cold injury resulting from prolonged exposure to wet, cold temperatures just above freezing. It is often associated with limited motion of the extremities and water-soaked clothing. In extreme cases, the flesh dies and amputation of a foot or of a leg maybe necessary. www.tpub.com /seabee/6-11.htm   (818 words)

MSN Encarta - Dictionary - trench foot definition MSN Encarta - Dictionary - trench foot definition Search for "trench foot" in all of MSN Encarta painful foot condition: a painful condition of the feet caused by prolonged exposure of the feet to cold and wet. ca.encarta.msn.com /dictionary_1861721700/trench_foot.html   (86 words)

Trench Foot - HL2 Mod Needs Committed Staff - Mod DB Forums Trench Foot - HL2 Mod Needs Committed Staff - Mod DB Forums Trench Foot - HL2 Mod Needs Committed Staff Take part in a war between two dominant earth factions (alternate universe) as they battle for economic wealth; fighting over such essentials as food, water, and resources. forum.moddb.com /thread/11286   (151 words)

CD Baby: HAYWARD WILLIAMS: Trench Foot Hayward's Trench Foot is a wonderful collection of distinctive songs grounded in folk and blues, and topped with memorable lyrics and messages to ponder. Always leave them wanting more, and people will surely be wanting more from this talented songwriter and musician. Trench Foot reminds me of Foucault's debut album, also produced by Peter Mulvey, if I remember well. cdbaby.com /cd/haywardwilliams2   (871 words)

Troop 17 Elmhurst, Cold Weather Health Risks Trench Foot   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29) Troop 17 Elmhurst, Cold Weather Health Risks Trench Foot Trench foot is injury to the tissues of the foot, from prolonged exposure of feet to cold, wet Dry wet feet as soon as possible, warm with hands, apply foot powder, put on dry socks www.troop17.com /Winter_Camping/Trench_Foot_Cold_Weather.html   (234 words)

Troubled Times: Trench Foot   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29) The nerves and muscles sustain the main damage, but gangrene can occur. In extreme cases the flesh dies and it may become necessary to have the foot or leg amputated. The best prevention is to keep your feet dry. www.zetatalk3.com /health/theal14c.htm   (127 words)

Messages for people with haemorrhoidectomies, eczema, halitosis, trench foot, dengue fever   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29) Messages for people with haemorrhoidectomies, eczema, halitosis, trench foot, dengue fever Wishing you a speedy recovery from Trench Foot. Obviously you were right to believe that even a small portion of spittle may prove a choking hazard to a person with a very small wind-pipe. www.selman-troytt.com /ailments.htm   (102 words)

Twisted Individual - 05 - Twisted Individual - Trench Foot - Last.fm Twisted Individual - 05 - Twisted Individual - Trench Foot - Last.fm It's beta time: Subscribers are invited to test some new features. 1 people have listened to 05 - Twisted Individual - Trench Foot by Twisted Individual. www.audioscrobbler.com /music/Twisted+Individual/_/05+-+Twisted+Individual+-+Trench+Foot   (118 words)

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