As part of our preparations for circumnavigating the world with our catamaran Katinka, we attended the TO-Medicine Seminar in Bad Reichenhall last weekend. An event that really paid off. Perfectly organized and conducted by Dr. Rüttger Clasen. Whether it was the Hotel Seeblick at the Thumersee or the bus transfer to the BRK Kreisverband Bad Reichenhall and back again or to make available and prepare the classrooms, let one guess what logistical and organizational effort was behind it. Therefore, we would like to express our sincere thanks to all those involved once again in this form. We hope that this seminar will remain for a long time for following Crews.
In addition to the many health aspects that have to be considered during a sea voyage on your own keel with a small crew, various emergency topics were also discussed. A highlight was certainly the wound care presented by Dr. Sirtl followed by a practical training part. Here, local anaesthesia, wound care including desinfection and subsequent closing of the wound were discussed and practiced on knuckles of pork. A challenging task for people without a medical background, but one that can be learned.
It quickly became clear that even in the case of minor accidents or complaints, a small crew in particular, could quickly be overwhelmed. Therefore, the seminar also dealt with fitness and the possibilities to keep fit, especially in the area of endurance and mental fitness. Communication both internally and externally also plays an important role. For example, the possibilities of a medical call were discussed. Of course it is important that the technical possibilities on board for such a conversation are given and this depends very much on the sailing area. Every crew should inform themselves about the possibilities in advance and initiate the necessary measures. In addition to emergency treatment for internal illnesses, the MOB (POB) emergency case and the associated dangers, hypothermia and drowning were of course also discussed. Since the chances of survival in such a case are generally classified as low, great importance should be attached to preventive measures.
In addition to the emergency topics, subjects such as fish poisoning and seasickness were also addressed and useful tips were given.
A further seminar content was the necessary dressing material on long journeys. Very useful advice was given on possible equipment and how to use it. The emergency box Offshore offered by the TO was adapted to the long-distance cruise and to possible emergencies at sea. In the seminar the contents of the box were discussed and the application was explained. The demonstrations were always very descriptive and understandable. Whether it was the application of a pressure bandage or the handling of syringes or intravenous catheters, Dr. Clasen took his time and answered the numerous questions of the seminar participants patiently and competently. Of course the on-board pharmacy has to be looked at individually, but there are also very general considerations which were dealt with at the end. Here, too, we were able to take valuable hints with us. As already mentioned at the entrance, the seminar opened up a new differentiated perspective on the subject of long-distance medicine. We also learned a lot of new things. Surely one or the other must be consolidated by practice, always in the hope that we never need the abilities in case of emergency. In any case, the seminar answered many of our questions about medicine on board. Many thanks again for that.
In addition to the many health aspects that have to be considered during a sea voyage on your own keel with a small crew, various emergency topics were also discussed. A highlight was certainly the wound care presented by Dr. Sirtl followed by a practical training part. Here, local anaesthesia, wound care including desinfection and subsequent closing of the wound were discussed and practiced on knuckles of pork. A challenging task for people without a medical background, but one that can be learned.
It quickly became clear that even in the case of minor accidents or complaints, a small crew in particular, could quickly be overwhelmed. Therefore, the seminar also dealt with fitness and the possibilities to keep fit, especially in the area of endurance and mental fitness. Communication both internally and externally also plays an important role. For example, the possibilities of a medical call were discussed. Of course it is important that the technical possibilities on board for such a conversation are given and this depends very much on the sailing area. Every crew should inform themselves about the possibilities in advance and initiate the necessary measures. In addition to emergency treatment for internal illnesses, the MOB (POB) emergency case and the associated dangers, hypothermia and drowning were of course also discussed. Since the chances of survival in such a case are generally classified as low, great importance should be attached to preventive measures.
In addition to the emergency topics, subjects such as fish poisoning and seasickness were also addressed and useful tips were given.
A further seminar content was the necessary dressing material on long journeys. Very useful advice was given on possible equipment and how to use it. The emergency box Offshore offered by the TO was adapted to the long-distance cruise and to possible emergencies at sea. In the seminar the contents of the box were discussed and the application was explained. The demonstrations were always very descriptive and understandable. Whether it was the application of a pressure bandage or the handling of syringes or intravenous catheters, Dr. Clasen took his time and answered the numerous questions of the seminar participants patiently and competently. Of course the on-board pharmacy has to be looked at individually, but there are also very general considerations which were dealt with at the end. Here, too, we were able to take valuable hints with us. As already mentioned at the entrance, the seminar opened up a new differentiated perspective on the subject of long-distance medicine. We also learned a lot of new things. Surely one or the other must be consolidated by practice, always in the hope that we never need the abilities in case of emergency. In any case, the seminar answered many of our questions about medicine on board. Many thanks again for that.
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