https://paulnystrom.com/tags/progression/Recent content in Progression on Paul NystromHugoen-usWed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://paulnystrom.com/posts/internal-gravity/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://paulnystrom.com/posts/internal-gravity/<p>Gravity works inside the body as well as outside. That low spot on your driveway or sidewalk stays wet even after the rain stops because the water seeks the lowest level. Your lawnmower ends up in the mud and chopping through thick wet grass for the same reason. Inside the body is no different. After the storm (i.e., the injury), things will settle before they subside.</p> <p>Two of the most common ways this plays out in the ER are a medical condition (e.g., heart failure) and trauma or surgery. (Surgery is akin to controlled trauma under sterile conditions.)</p>