Traditionally, the medical bag was made of
leather, opened on the top with a split-
handle design. During the
American Civil War, physician's medical
saddle bags were used.[3] Modern medical bags are made of various materials and come in various designs that can include many
pockets, pouches, and
zippered or
hook-and-loop openings.
Indigenous North American medicine men and shamans use a
medicine bag. A battle bag is used in the military.