Prehospital Transport and Whole-Body Vibration

Prehospital Transport and Whole-body Vibration is a book that examines the effects of whole-body vibration on patients during medical transport, particularly in the air, on the sea, and in ground medical vehicles. It helps medical transport professionals and vehicle and equipment designers understand the human response to vibration and the effectiveness of current immobilization systems.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 230 pages
Publication date: 22 September 2021
Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology

Prehospital Transport and Whole-body Vibration is a comprehensive resource for medical transport professionals and vehicle and equipment designers seeking to understand the human response to whole body vibration. Written for a wide audience, including emergency medicine physicians, medics, ER nurses, and researchers and students in the fields of ergonomics, human factors, engineering, and system development, this book provides an informative exploration of situations that occur during air, sea, and ground medical transport to hospitals.

The transport of supine humans under these conditions can lead to severe involuntary motions of body segments, which can cause discomfort, pain, and secondary injuries, particularly in cases of suspected spinal cord injury. This book aims to help professionals and designers gain a deeper understanding of the basic principles of human response to whole body vibration, thereby contributing to the ongoing debate on the effectiveness of current immobilization systems.

The book begins by introducing the fundamentals of whole body vibration, including its sources, effects, and potential health risks. It then delves into the specific challenges posed by prehospital transport, such as the movement of patients in stretchers, the vibration experienced during flight, and the vibrations encountered on rough terrain.

Throughout the text, real-world case studies and examples are used to illustrate the potential consequences of whole body vibration on patients and the importance of effective immobilization techniques. The authors also discuss the latest research and developments in the field, including the use of vibration-reducing materials, ergonomic designs, and monitoring systems to mitigate the risks associated with whole body vibration.

Prehospital Transport and Whole-body Vibration is an essential resource for anyone working with patients who have been medically transported, as it provides valuable insights into the potential risks and benefits of whole body vibration in this context. By understanding the human response to vibration, professionals can better optimize transport protocols and equipment designs to ensure the safety and well-being of their patients during medical transport.

Weight: 380g
Dimension: 153 x 226 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323901031