Collapsible, extendable, traction-providing, portable rescue...

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2006-08-01

2006-08-01

Trettel, Michael (Department: 3673)

Beds

Field stretcher

C005S627000, C005S628000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07082632

ABSTRACT:
Disclosed herein is a collapsible, convertible, extendable, traction-providing, portable stretcher/body splint type rescue device for use generally in emergency rescue field situations and having three main parts: a top or head portion, a middle or body portion, and an optional bottom or foot portion, all of which are formed from radiolucent material. The rescue device of the present invention further includes a head gear portion that is slidably adjustable, can provide dynamic cervical traction in the field, and is positioned on, yet easily removable from, the top or head portion. There is also padding on the top and middle portions which is removable, as well as a plurality of restraining devices such as webs, gores, straps and flaps to immobilize a victim on the rescue device.

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