A pressure bar for applying pressure to a wound is provided. The pressure bar includes a pressure member defining a pressure application surface for facilitating application of a generally even distributed pressure to a wound. The pressure member includes a clip for quickly and easily engaging and disengaging the pressure bar with a bandage, thereby facilitating quick replacement of bandages, when necessary. Cross members of the pressure bar are configured to engage with a tourniquet or other pressure application device, thereby facilitating prolonged application of pressure to the wound.
A61F 13/05 - Bandages or dressingsAbsorbent pads specially adapted for use with sub-pressure or over-pressure therapy, wound drainage or wound irrigation, e.g. for use with negative-pressure wound therapy [NPWT]
A pre-fabricated tourniquet that is easy to apply, that ensures consistent and even circumferential pressure, that is lightweight, that provides standard life saving operation, and that can be utilized in any setting or situation, and related methods are provided. Mechanically constricting tourniquet apparatus and related methods are provided that are comprised of a tourniquet body, a carriage, a torsion bar, a receiver, and a slider. The tourniquet is long enough to encircle a human limb, for example, an arm or leg. The tourniquet apparatus includes several features for preventing or otherwise limiting harm to users and/or damage to the tourniquet apparatus itself.
A foldable pelvic binding device and method of use is provided. The device includes a main body divided into a plurality of panels and segments by a grid of living hinges, thereby facilitating movement between stowed and flat configurations. The main body is configured to couple with one or more other main body, as necessary or desired, to create a binding device that is sized for the required application, thereby accommodating a variety of applications in a variety of situations for a variety of body shapes and sizes. By engaging the binding device with a tourniquet, a binding system is created. When not in use, each the main body of the binding device can be moved to the stowable configuration by folding the various panels over each other.
A multi-functional warming system is provided to accommodate continuous or near continuous heat distribution for trauma patients. The system is designed for initial deployment immediately following injury in the field while facilitating continued use during transit and in medical facilities. The system includes an air distribution system and an electrical resistance system, each system being configured to work independent or in conjunction with each other. The system also accommodates use of chemical heating systems. The air distribution system includes a combustion chamber that is configured to selectively receive a combustion assembly or an electrical assembly, thereby facilitating respective combustion and electrical heat generation methods.
A sectional litter is provided. The litter includes a plurality of plate sections, at least some of which are configured to secure directly to a patient. Each plate section includes a plate, and each plate overlaps at least one other plate, thereby forming a main body that can be dragged along the ground or carried above the ground, depending on a user's preference. The litter includes a plurality of straps, including lateral straps for maintaining spacing of the plates when dragging the litter, lateral straps for securing the litter to a patient, and handle straps for lifting a patient when dragging the patient is infeasible or undesirable. The plates define a plurality of lifting apertures for securing adjacent plates to each other when lifting, thereby forming a semi-rigid main body.
A multi-functional warming system is provided to accommodate continuous or near continuous heat distribution for trauma patients. The system is designed for initial deployment immediately following injury in the field while facilitating continued use during transit and in medical facilities. The system includes an air distribution system and an electrical resistance system, each system being configured to work independent or in conjunction with each other. The system also accommodates use of chemical heating systems. The air distribution system includes a combustion chamber that is configured to selectively receive a combustion assembly or an electrical assembly, thereby facilitating respective combustion and electrical heat generation methods.
A buckle system and a method of accommodating a plurality of stack-up configurations of the buckle system is provided. The buckle system includes a base assembly, a locking assembly, and a plurality of optional universal assemblies. Each universal assembly is configured to selectively engage with or be disengaged from the base assembly, thereby changing the stack-up of the buckle system. The locking assembly is configured to be secured to the base assembly, thereby securing the buckle system in its current stack-up configuration. The buckle system can be moved between stack-up configurations by adding and removing universal assemblies, as desired. Each universal assembly is configured to rotate about a vertical axis of the base assembly, thereby accommodating a variety of strap configurations. The locking assembly is configured to translate vertically relative to the base assembly, and to be secured at various vertical positions, thereby accommodating a variety of stack-up configurations.
A pre-fabricated tourniquet that is easy to apply, that ensures consistent and even circumferential pressure, that is lightweight, that provides standard life saving operation, and that can be utilized in any setting or situation, and related methods are provided. Mechanically constricting tourniquet apparatus and related methods are provided that are comprised of a tourniquet body, a carriage, a torsion bar, a receiver, and a slider. The tourniquet is long enough to encircle a human limb, for example, an arm or leg. The tourniquet apparatus includes several features for preventing or otherwise limiting harm to users and/or damage to the tourniquet apparatus itself.
A foldable pelvic binding device and method of use is provided. The device includes a main body divided into a plurality of panels and segments by a grid of living hinges, thereby facilitating movement between stowed and flat configurations. The main body is configured to couple with one or more other main body, as necessary or desired, to create a binding device that is sized for the required application, thereby accommodating a variety of applications in a variety of situations for a variety of body shapes and sizes. By engaging the binding device with a tourniquet, a binding system is created. When not in use, each the main body of the binding device can be moved to the stowable configuration by folding the various panels over each other.
Apparatus, methods, and systems for hemorrhage control and pelvic stabilization are provided. The hemorrhage control plate includes a baseplate and a bulbous node extending outwardly. The bulbous node is positioned against a patient's body at a location where pressure is desired. The device is used in connection with a tourniquet to occlude blood flow at a hemorrhage site. The device is configured to attach to the tourniquet.
THE GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES AS REPRESENTED BY THE SECRETARY OF THE ARMY (USA)
Inventor
Kosiorek, Christopher B.
Williams, Ryan
Abir, Esra
Mee, Brenda
Drayton, Dexter C.
Damar, Neslihan
Polat, Nilufer
Avci, Yavuz
Abstract
A pre-fabricated tourniquet that is easy to apply, that ensures consistent and even circumferential pressure, that is lightweight, that provides standard life saving operation, and that can be utilized in any setting or situation, and related methods are provided. Mechanically constricting tourniquet apparatus and related methods are provided that are comprised of a tourniquet body, a carriage, a torsion bar, a receiver, and a slider. The tourniquet is long enough to encircle a human limb, for example, an arm or leg. The tourniquet apparatus includes several features for preventing or otherwise limiting harm to users and/or damage to the tourniquet apparatus itself.
A foldable splint and method of use is provided. The foldable splint includes a main body divided into a plurality of panels and segments by a grid of living hinges. Each panel includes opposed first and second outer segments and a plurality of inner segments extending therebetween. By folding the main body along segment hinges, the splint is moved to a first rigid configuration for securing an appendage in a straight configuration. By further folding the splint at opposed pinch locations, the splint is moved to a second rigid configuration for securing an appendage in a bent configuration. By folding the splint along panel hinges, the splint is moved to a third rigid configuration for securing around an abdomen or pelvis of a user. When not in use, the splint can be moved back to the stowable configuration by folding the various panels over each other.
Apparatus, methods, and systems for junctional hemorrhage control and pelvic stabilization are provided. The hemorrhage control plate includes a baseplate and a bulbous node extending outwardly. It is positioned against a patient's body such that it aligns with an artery. It is used in connection with a tourniquet to occlude blood flow at a junctional hemorrhage site. The device includes tabs to attach to the tourniquet.
A61B 17/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for ligaturing or otherwise compressing tubular parts of the body, e.g. blood vessels or umbilical cord
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
THE GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES AS REPRESENTED BY THE SECRETARY OF THE ARMY (USA)
Inventor
Kosiorek, Christopher B.
Drayton, Dexter C.
Abir, Esra
Damar, Neslihan
Polat, Nilufer
Avci, Yavuz
Abstract
A pre-fabricated tourniquet that is easy to apply, that ensures consistent and even circumferential pressure, that is light weight, that provides standard life saving operation, and that can be utilized in any setting or situation, and related methods are provided. Mechanically constricting tourniquet apparatus and related methods are provided that are comprised of a tourniquet body, a carriage, a torsion bar, a receiver and a slider. The tourniquet is long enough to encircle a human limb, for example, an arm or leg.
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AS REPRESENTED BY THE SECRETARY OF THE ARMY (USA)
Inventor
Kosiorek, Christopher B.
Drayton, Dexter C.
Abir, Esra
Damar, Neslihan
Polat, Nilufer
Avci, Yavuz
Abstract
A pre-fabricated tourniquet that is easy to apply, that ensures consistent and even circumferential pressure, that is light weight, that provides standard life saving operation, and that can be utilized in any setting or situation, and related methods are provided. Mechanically constricting tourniquet apparatus and related methods are provided that are comprised of a tourniquet body, a carriage, a torsion bar, a receiver and a slider. The tourniquet is long enough to encircle a human limb, for example, an arm or leg.
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