The tactical medical solutions sof tactical tourniquet wide is the result of an exhaustive 24 month research initiative compiling enduser research and laboratory studies to develop a more effective, easier to use tourniquet for all environments. This holder may be worn on the nonfiring side for noninterfering functionality. Currently being used by militaries across the globe, the special operations forces tactical. Tactical medical solutions sof tactical tourniquet wide. The high strength alloy can keep up critical functions in challenging circumstances and on the widest limbs. Tactical medical solutions sof tactical tourniquet no. Safety set screw prevents accidental release of pressure during tactical patient movement. Ive always appreciated the quality and craftsmanship that goes into each softtw. Soft t tourniquet vs cat tourniquet inside first aid. The sof tactical tourniquetwide softtw is the result of an exhaustive 24 month research initiative compiling enduser research and laboratory studies to develop a more effective, easier to use tourniquet for all environments. The special operations forces tactical tourniquetwide softtw figure 7 is the result of an exhaustive 24 month research initiative compiling enduser research and laboratory studies to develop a more effective, easier to use tourniquet for all environments. Discover the sof tactical tourniquet wide designed to be more effective and easytouse. I do not believe that the nato touniquet was involved in the trials. While there are two models of the soft, the original with a 1strap and the wide with a 1.
The sof tactical tourniquet softt by tactical medical solutions is easy to apply, 100% effective, and provides reliable hemorrhage control. Tourniquet use is a primary tool in firstline treatment of severe limb hemorrhage mabry, 2006. Pdf the use of tourniquets for the control of hemorrhage from traumatic has. Feb 28, 2014 softtw tourniquet flat fold weve created a video below where i show how to fold the tq below and weve also added detailed photos showing each step. The sof tactical tourniquetwidesofttw is the result of an exhaustive 24 month research initiative compiling enduser research and laboratory studies to develop a more effective. Sof tactical tourniquet emergency medical products. The tac med solutions sof tactical tourniquet is one of the top performing tourniquets currently available.
The safety screw prevents loss of pressure during patient transport. Phtls military edition eighth edition jones and bartlett learning. Tourniquet effectiveness when placed over the joint. This great traditional windlass style tourniquet was designed by a medic field operator in a battle environment. We will create a summary of findings sof table using the following outcomes. The sof tourniquet generation 4 sof ttw is a true generational upgrade to the most effective tourniquet on the market featuring 4 key upgrades. The tourniquet is comprised of highstrength, lightweight alloy components. The sof tactical tourniquet is constructed of quality, high strength materials.
The sof tactical tourniquet is one of the top performing tourniquets currently available. Sep 08, 2015 the soft special operations forces tourniquet. Tactical medical solutions sof tactical tourniquet no holster. Tourniquets are life saving devices and should be worn where readily accessible, not stowed in a backpack or a rucksack. Sof t tactical tourniquet application ppt xpowerpoint. The strap of the sof tactical tourniquet is secured with a quickconnect breakapart buckle and tightened with a windlass like the cat. Developed in response to concerns about the sturdiness of the plastic windlass in the cat tourniquet, the soft has a windlass made of fuselagegrade aluminum and can be purchased with a wider band than the standard cat. Unlike other materials including velcro, the fastening system will perform when soiled, muddy, frozen, or wet. This holder may be worn on the nonfiring side for noninterfering. This holder was designed to accommodate the tac med solutions sof t tourniquet and the softtw tourniquet.
P f p f p f slid the wounded extremity through the loop of the tourniquet strap or wrapped the strap around extremity and passed it through the buckle. Twist the rod tightly until bleeding stopsslows significantly. This tourniquet is an essential life saving tool, and has a 112inch constricting band for increased pressure and increased patient comfort. Sof tactical tourniquet wide no case the sof tactical tourniquet is constructed of quality. It is the tourniquet of choice for many of the worlds most elite and experienced. The retention clip virtually eliminates any risk of the windlass accidentally releasing after the tourniquet has been applied by locking the windlass in place. Just clip and tighten the band, turn the aluminum handle until life threatening bleeding stops, and secure the handle with the triangular keeper. Sof tactical tourniquet wide techline technologies, inc. Tourniquets and hemostatic dressings to control traumatic external. If you set it up too tight it will bind the strap keeping you from removing slack. Sidearms, patrol rifles and tourniquets each play an important role in law enforcements duty to save lives. While the hook and belt is designed for easy tourniquet application, the aluminum handle is durable, and its strong holding power is top of the line for tourniquets. Heavy research resulted in reduced weight and wider compression. The windlass is secured by a triring or dring at one end.
We take you inside tourniquets to discover the best option for. Tactical medical solutions sof tactical tourniquet. It is the tourniquet of choice for many of the worlds most elite and experienced warriors who have selected it for its outstanding ability to control severe bleeding, high level of reliability and ease of application. Highstrength, lightweight alloy components are used in critical areas of function ensuring reliability in the most. Jan 28, 2011 whereas the prior softtw seemed to feel more smooth to the touch on the windlass grip pattern, the new tourniquet definitely has more bite to it. Streamline your softtw tourniquet with this diy flat fold method.
Pdf tourniquets for the control of traumatic hemorrhage. I would like to personally thank you for your patience while waiting for your replacement tourniquet. Softw tourniquet wide strap version the tactical medic. The sof tactical tourniquet wide softtw is the result of an exhaustive 24month research initiative compiling enduser research and laboratory studies to develop a more effective, easiertouse tourniquet for all environments. Hold your cursor over the image and drag with your mouse.
Just clip and tighten the band, turn the aluminum handle until life threatening. The sof tactical tourniquetwide softtw is the result of an exhaustive 24month research initiative compiling enduser research and laboratory studies to develop a more effective, easiertouse tourniquet for all environments. The newer wide model does not have this thumb screw and instead has a traditional slip gate type buckle. The sof tactical tourniquet is designed to reduce the chance of accidental release or mechanical failure. Control bleeding using a sof tactical tourniquet task completed 1st 2nd 3rd removed the softt from the carrying pouch. The sof tourniquet generation 4 sof ttw is a true generational upgrade to the most effective tourniquet on the market featuring 4 key upgrades 1. The windlass is manufactured from a solid piece of aircraft aluminum and maintains its strength in the most extreme temperatures and condition. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. These resources are also helpful for handling emergency situations. It makes the windlass easier to secure in onehanded applications, resulting in.
There are two broad designs of thigh tourniquet used for knee replacement surgery. Efficacy of prehospital application of tourniquets and. Grasp the running end of the webbing near the buckle, and slide. Final report phase i joint operational evaluation of field. The special operations forces tactical tourniquetwide softtw figure 7 is the result of an exhaustive 24 month research initiative compiling enduser research and laboratory studies to.
Tacmeds tactical training videos provide a cursory course in what our products can do. The sof tactical tourniquetw softtw emerges from an exhaustive 24 month research initiative compiling enduser research and laboratory studies. You can visually see the difference in the pattern as well. Many of the seleted military and leotypes assigned to specops units and swat teams that have gone thru the deployment medicine operator initiated care course and have paticipated in the hemorrhage control module where they are able to work with and experience. First responders in the unit placed tourniquets high and tight on both legs. This version does not include a tourniquet holster. Tourniquet use for knee replacement surgery ncbi nih. Sof tactical tourniquet, special forces medical tourniquets. This tactical medical solutions sof tactical tourniquet is the direct result of two years of exhaustive field research. Streamline your softtw tourniquet with this diy flat fold. Aug 30, 2015 the strap of the sof tactical tourniquet is secured with a quickconnect breakapart buckle and tightened with a windlass like the cat. Place as high as possible on the injured limb closest to the torso. Displaying sof t tactical tourniquet application powerpoint presentations taking it off when the casualty is in shock or has ppt presentation summary.
Emergency tourniquets are cufflike devices designed to stop severe traumatic bleeding before. One of the complaints on the older, thinner soft is the tension thumbscrew that is supposed to keep the tourniquet from loosening once it is tightened down. The softt is available alone or may be purchased with a protective universal tourniquet pouch utq to keep it onperson for quick access. The only other addition id like to make is to mention that the flat fold method shown here uses a 7. Feb 2019 cotccc meeting minutes joint trauma system. Sep 28, 2007 video instructions for the sof tactical tourniquet softt by tactical medical solutions, inc. It is the tourniquet of choice for many of the worlds most elite and experienced warriors who have. Highstrength, lightweight alloy components are used in critical areas of. Sof tactical tourniquet is one of the most trusted medical tourniquets currently available to control the most severe extremity hemorrhage on the battlefield. T in that it is also a windlass design, meaning it has a handle. Whereas the prior softtw seemed to feel more smooth to the touch on the windlass grip pattern, the new tourniquet definitely has more bite to it. The sof tactical tourniquetwide softtw is the result of an exhaustive 24month research initiative compiling enduser research and laboratory studies to develop a more effective. Developed in response to concerns about the sturdiness of the plastic windlass in the cat tourniquet, the soft has a.
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