Master injury management in Escape from Tarkov. Learn about different wound types, their effects, and the best medical items to treat them effectively and survive your raids.
This guide covers the various types of injuries you can sustain in Escape from Tarkov, detailing their effects and the most effective treatments. Understanding and managing your health is crucial for survival.
| Injury Type | Effects | Treatment Items |
|---|---|---|
| Bleeding (Light) | Minor health drain over time. | Bandage, IFAK, AI-2 Medcase, Salewa Medical Kit, Grizzly First Aid Kit, Cat-Kitten First Aid Kit |
| Bleeding (Heavy) | Significant health drain over time, movement impairment. | Tourniquet, Combat Gauze, Hemostatic Applicator, Large Bandage, IFAK, AI-2 Medcase, Salewa Medical Kit, Grizzly First Aid Kit, Cat-Kitten First Aid Kit |
| Fracture | Movement impairment (limp), pain, reduced stamina regeneration. | Splint, Immobilizing Splint, Aluminum Splint, CMS Kit, Grizzly First Aid Kit, Cat-Kitten First Aid Kit |
| Contusion | Reduced stamina, pain, blurred vision, impaired movement. | Analgin, Ibuprofen, Propital, Golden Star Balm, Vaseline, Tetris, Grizzly First Aid Kit, Cat-Kitten First Aid Kit |
| Pain | Reduced stamina regeneration, blurred vision. | Analgin, Ibuprofen, Propital, Golden Star Balm, Vaseline, Tetris, Grizzly First Aid Kit, Cat-Kitten First Aid Kit |
| Dehydration | Gradual health drain, reduced stamina. | Water bottle, Hydration flask, Energy drink, Soda, Juice, etc. |
| Starvation | Gradual health drain, reduced stamina regeneration. | Food items (cans, rations, bars, etc.) |
Note: Some advanced medical items like the Grizzly First Aid Kit and Cat-Kitten First Aid Kit can treat multiple types of injuries simultaneously.
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