The Multi-Grip was designed by a fire-fighter in 1989. Today this effective CID is used across the United States, as well as in Canada. It comes in three sizes: adult head immobilizer, child head immobilizer and infant / pediatric head immobilizer.
Here is a complete system for your head immobilization needs. Its design makes it a universal head immobilizer. Each unit includes head and chin straps and is individually packaged in thermo-sealed film.
Infant - fits up to 2 years of age
Child - fits 2 to 10 years of age
Adult - fits 10+ years of age
Key Benefits
- Compatible with all C-collars and backboards
- Radiolucent
- Easy access to the ears
- Head strap sticks to board, not to skin/hair (foam covers forehead area)
- Non-claustrophobic design
- Buoyant for water rescue
- Head and chin straps come with each unit
- nfant size will fit in a car seat
- an be used with motorcycle/football helmets
Multi-Grip vs Other CID's
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Cost effective / disposable
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Non-disposables are expensive to replace & require costly cleaners
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Simple & ready to use
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Some CID's need assemply or have multiple steps before ready
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No need to attach to backboards first or reposition which can move patient
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Sticky strips: can be placed in wrong position, repositioning compromises adhesive & leaves residue which dirt adheres to Velcro: attracts debris & becomes less effective over time
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Works on all backboards, including baskets & scoops
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Most CID's will not work on all types of backboards - especially scoops
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Waterproof, buoyant
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Some CID's lose stability when wet or soiled
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Works in a variety of unique & critical situations: motorcycle/race-car/football helmets, infant car seats, etc
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Many immobilizers will not work in these important situations
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The Multi-Grip's exclusive head strap has stategically placed foam strips - strap sticks to backboard but NOT to patient's hair/skin
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Most straps stick to patient's hair, eyebrows and skin which can later cause pain, discomfort and/or allergic reaction to adhesive
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100 % latex free
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Not all CID's are 100% latex free
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Can be written on for quick notation
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Unable to write on all CID's
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