Abstract: A passive rewarming article for use with traumatized individuals, e.g. those victims suffering from hypothermia, shock, or expsure is made from a closed-cell foam material. The preferred rewarming article comprises a body portion, at least one independent side flap, a foot flap, and a detachable head pocket. The rewarming article is enconomical to construct, yet provides high body heat retention capability under both wet and dry conditions.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
August 12, 1986
Date of Patent:
September 3, 1991
Assignees:
Philip R. Foster, David L. Thibodeau
Inventors:
John J. Sherwood, David L. Thibodeau, Philip R. Foster