Enhanced Version of New SIPQuik Vacuum Cervical Splint Getting Rave Reviews

The new, enhanced version of the SIPQuik (Stabilize in Place) one-size-fits-all vacuum cervical splint, one of the 30 Hot Products selected at the 2017 EMS Today Conference in Salt Lake City, is getting rave reviews by early adopters, and its enhanced version is now available. I had the opportunity recently to meet with Steve Islava, the creator of the SIP cervical splint to see the latest, enhanced version and try it out. The splint is unique from other collars and splints because one size truly fits all patients. The splint is designed to be placed on the patient in the position they are in to avoid excessive movement of their neck. The enhancements made to the SIP vacuum cervical splint include repositioning of the Velcro to allow for easier application on the supine patient, and the Velcro is now "welded” onto the splint and not simply glued there, so it will absolutely stay in place. Islava and his company have added a lure-type adapter that allows you to remove the small vacuum pump that rapidly sucks the air out of the splint and molds the tiny little beads together. The splint now also features a “quick clamp,” similar to what is on IV tubing, directly above the lower adapter. The clamp allows you to quickly snap it in place when you’re removing the vacuum pump. The SIP Vacuum Cervical Splint is priced at just $10 and gently molds around the neck, chin and face of the patient. Because the splint is being offered at such an inexpensive price, Care2 Innova...
Source: JEMS: Journal of Emergency Medical Services News - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Tags: Patient Care News Source Type: news