Pain Management

EMS Cares for an Injured Surfer

Paramedics rescued and cared for a surfer who was injured when a tropical storm caused "epic" waves at one New York City beach.

Posted Friday, September 18, 2009

Commuter Bus Collision: Providers treat multiple patients involved in a collision at an intersection

Firefighter/paramedics treat passengers of a commuter bus and the driver of a vehicle that collided at a Los Angeles-area intersection.

Posted Monday, August 31, 2009

Florida Woman Sets Herself on Fire at Mall

The 43-year-old woman, whose name was not released, doused herself with a flammable liquid at the Mall of the Americas.

Posted Friday, August 14, 2009

Is There a Gender Bias in Pain Management?

Do you think there's a gender bias by prehospital care providers for pain management? Read on to find out.

Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Is There a Gender Bias in Pain Management?

Do you think there's a gender bias by prehospital care providers for pain management? Read on to find out.

Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Research Review: What Current Studies Mean to EMS

Read about 2009 studies on cath labs, pain management, IV catheters and psychologic scores.

Posted Thursday, August 6, 2009

A Few Immobilization Footnotes

Because splinting is rarely done, chances are you could use a refresher. Use these tips to get your immobilization skills back on track.

Posted Monday, July 27, 2009

TechTrade Recover Ice

R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) is the mantra for treating twists, strains and sprains. For EMS, this often means an elastic wrap and ice pack.

Posted Thursday, June 25, 2009

Polarizing Position & CSI EMS

Readers share their comments on JEMS and JEMS.com articles.

Posted Wednesday, June 3, 2009

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Evacuation Chair

For the evacuation of disabled or injured.

Stryker Power-PRO is a hydraulically powered ambulance cot with industry-leading ergonomics. Foot end controls activate powered lifting and lower function for capacities up to 700 lbs. Operator safety and patient comfort are significantly improved.

Power-PRO™ XT

Power-PRO XT powered ambulance cot dramatically reduces strenuous lifting and the associated risk of back injury.

SMRT Power System

SMRT — Stryker Managed Recharging Technology

Speed-Sheet

Stryker Speed-Sheet is a unique approach to patient transfer.

Stair-PRO (Model 6252)

Stair-PRO is scientifically proven to reduce the risk of operator injury. The operator position, adjustability of handles, angle of the track and the built-in descent control made Stair-PRO the safest chair in its product category.