Pelvic sling/strap
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
What is a pelvic sling?
A pelvic sling is a prefabricated splinting instrument used in emergency medicine to stabilise and immobilise the pelvis. the medical device can also contribute to initial pain relief and facilitate the transport of the injured person.
When is a pelvic sling used? What is the course of the accident?
A pelvic sling is used in the emergency medical treatment of a potentially fractured pelvis. The application of a pelvic sling is recommended as early as the suspicion of a pelvic fracture. This is typically the case in accidents with a high energy turnover and increasing severity of injury:
- In the case of trapped car occupants
- For unprotected road users involved in accidents (motorcyclists, cyclists, pedestrians)
- In the event of a fall from a great height
- In the event of rollover trauma
- In the event of explosion injuries
- In the event of burial
If external signs of injury and pain in the pelvic area can also be registered, a pelvic sling is used.
In terms of emergency medicine, this can be attributed to the risk of massive blood loss into the pelvis as a result of a pelvic ring fracture - also known as an open book injury. The aim of the pelvic sling is to ensure that the pelvis can be straightened and returned to its original anatomical position. This can reduce the amount of free space in the pelvis and minimise bleeding .
How do you apply a pelvic sling correctly?
- Empty the trouser and back pockets of the
casualty.
- Place the sling under the pelvis at the height of the bony prominence of the femur.
- Pull the drawstring of the SAM® Pelvic Sling II through the buckle.
- One person applies traction to the traction strap. Another person pulls on a strap in the opposite direction.
- If sufficient pressure is applied, the indicator pops out and prevents further pulling.
- Then secure the pull strap to the sling using the Velcro fastener.
- After application, check the pulse of the lower extremities.
What are the advantages of the SAM® Pelvic Sling II?
- Always uniform, ideal traction force
- Risk-free: acoustic feedback at optimum traction
- CT and X-ray permeable
- Reusable
What are the risks of a pelvic sling?
There is a risk that the pelvic sling may be applied incorrectly, usually too high. An incorrectly applied pelvic sling can further destabilise the fracture and increase the potential bleeding space. This can also result in pressure damage and damage to the soft tissue.