I question the evidence for what the Kiwis call hydrostatic shock. The definition they give is not testable. There is no way to test whether nerves get disrupted by some energy wave, and therefore become unable to transmit a neural signal. And if the effect is so distinct, then why are its supposed causes not distinct? I.E., why do two animals of same type and mass, stuck by same bullet at same speed in same location, not produce identical hydrostatic shock effects?


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