TraumaSim Lifecast Male Upper Torso with Sucking Wounds
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The TraumaSim Lifecast Male Upper Torso with Sucking Wounds is a high-fidelity chest trauma training aid designed for the demonstration and practice of open pneumothorax management — one of the most time-critical, life-threatening chest injuries a first responder or tactical medic will encounter.
An open pneumothorax — commonly referred to as a sucking chest wound — occurs when a penetrating injury creates a direct opening between the chest cavity and the outside air. Each breath draws air through the wound rather than into the lung, rapidly compromising respiratory function. Identifying it and sealing it correctly is a foundational TCCC and pre-hospital trauma skill. Training that response requires a trainer that delivers both the visual presentation and the physiological cues that make the injury recognisable under stress.
This trainer delivers both. Two anatomically positioned chest wounds — left and right sided — each feature independent blood and air delivery systems. Compressing the included syringe delivers bleeding from the wound site; pumping the hand bulb simulates air movement during respiration, creating visible bubbling at the wound that directly replicates the characteristic presentation of an active sucking chest wound. Trainees don't just see a wound — they see it behave like a wound.
Each wound system operates independently, allowing instructors to run bilateral presentations, isolate a single side, or vary bleeding and airflow intensity throughout the scenario to increase challenge or reward correct intervention. TraumaSim recommends Ben Nye Stage Blood diluted at 1 part blood to 3 parts water. A 500 ml bottle is included.
The torso is a male lifecast — anatomically accurate surface detail for realistic chest seal placement practice, including correct landmark identification and seal positioning. It's washable, durable, and built for high-volume repeated use.
Available in 11 skin tones: 00 Porcelain, 01 Light, 02 Medium, 03 Olive, 04 Medium Olive, 05 Rosy, 06 Warm Rosy, 07 Warm Tan, 08 Tan, 09 Dark Tan, and 10 Dark. Commonly requested tones are held in standard stock; others are manufactured to order — contact TacMed Australia before ordering if a specific tone is required.
- Lifecast Male Upper Torso with Sucking Wounds
- 2 x 50 ml Syringes
- 2 x Hand Pumps (colours may vary)
- 2 x 6 mm — 6 mm Connectors
- 2 x 1 m Lengths of 6 mm Tubing
- 500 ml Stage Blood
- User Guide
- Dual independent sucking chest wounds: Left and right sided wounds with separate blood and air delivery systems — bilateral presentation capability with independent instructor control.
- Bubbling air simulation: Hand pump system creates visible bubbling at the wound site during respiration simulation — replicating the characteristic presentation of an active open pneumothorax.
- Bleeding simulation: 50 ml syringe per wound delivers controlled blood flow for combined haemorrhage and chest injury presentation.
- Anatomically accurate lifecast torso: Realistic surface detail for correct chest seal placement practice, including landmark identification and seal positioning.
- Designed for chest seal and trauma management training: Supports identification, assessment, and management of open pneumothorax in pre-hospital, tactical, and clinical training environments.
- Complete system included: Two full wound systems with syringes, hand pumps, connectors, tubing, and 500 ml stage blood — ready to run straight out of the box.
- Durable and reusable: Washable construction built for high-volume repeated training use.
- 11 skin tones available: Commonly requested tones held in stock; others manufactured to order.
What is a sucking chest wound and why does it require dedicated training?
A sucking chest wound — clinically an open pneumothorax — occurs when a penetrating injury creates a direct opening in the chest wall. During respiration, air moves through the wound rather than the airway, progressively collapsing lung function. It's immediately life-threatening and requires rapid identification and correct chest seal application to manage. The characteristic bubbling at the wound site is the key diagnostic cue — and that's exactly what this trainer replicates.
How does the bubbling simulation work?
Each wound is connected to a hand pump via tubing and a connector. Pumping the hand bulb forces air through the wound cavity, creating visible bubbling at the wound site — replicating the air movement characteristic of an active open pneumothorax during respiration. The bleeding syringe and air pump operate independently, so instructors can run both simultaneously or separately depending on the training scenario.
Can both wounds be run at the same time?
Yes. Each wound system — syringe and hand pump — operates independently. Instructors can run bilateral presentations, isolate a single wound, or vary intensity between the two sides throughout the scenario.
What chest seals can be practised on this trainer?
The anatomically accurate lifecast surface supports practice with any standard vented or non-vented chest seal. Correct landmark identification and seal placement are trainable on this surface in a way that generic task trainers don't support.
What simulated blood should I use?
TraumaSim recommends Ben Nye Stage Blood diluted at 1 part blood to 3 parts water. A 500 ml bottle is included with the kit.
Is it suitable for TCCC training?
Yes. Open pneumothorax management — chest seal application — is a core TCCC skill. This trainer is well suited to any program delivering TCCC, TECC, or pre-hospital trauma training where chest injury management is part of the curriculum.
Is it reusable?
Yes. The torso is washable and designed for repeated high-volume use. Rinse thoroughly after each session, allow to dry completely, and store appropriately between sessions.
What skin tones are available?
11 tones are available: 00 Porcelain, 01 Light, 02 Medium, 03 Olive, 04 Medium Olive, 05 Rosy, 06 Warm Rosy, 07 Warm Tan, 08 Tan, 09 Dark Tan, and 10 Dark. Commonly requested tones are held in standard stock. Other tones are manufactured to order — contact TacMed Australia before placing your order to confirm availability and lead times.
What are the dimensions and weight?
The trainer weighs 4 kg. Contact TacMed Australia for packaged dimensions.
Who is this suited to?
Military medical training programs, tactical first aid instructors, pre-hospital care educators, emergency response organisations, clinical simulation programs, and any training environment where open pneumothorax identification and chest seal application are assessed competencies.
📦 Shipping Overview
- Flat rate: $12.95 Australia-wide
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- Metro areas: 3–7 business days
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