Trauma surgeons around the world agree on the importance of stabilizing pelvic fractures. Standard field protocol often involves improvisation, i.e. binding the hips with bed sheets or other makeshift solutions. Our researchers were originally commissioned by the navy to eliminate this guessing game. They spent three years determining the optimum range (31lbs. – 39lbs.) of force to safely and effectively close an unstable pelvic fracture. The result was the SAM Pelvic Sling™, the first force controlled pelvic belt. With its patented Autostop buckle, the SAM Pelvic Sling™ cannot be over tightened. Circumferential force is exactly maintained at a safe and scientifically proven effective level.

The SAM Pelvic Sling™ can be quickly applied (usually in less then one minute) and is sized to fit (without cutting or trimming) 95% of the adult population. It is very easy to operate, eliminating any guess work. It is durable i.e. not affected by extremes of moisture, temperature, or exposure to hard or sharp objects. It is radiolucent, MRI safe, and cleans for re-use with common detergents or antimicrobial solutions.

IMPORTANT WARNING
Based on in vitro testing, the SAM Pelvic Sling™ will not present a hazard or risk to a patient undergoing an MRI procedure using an MR system operating at 3-Tesla or less. The SAM Pelvic Sling™ contains ferromagnetic springs in the buckle. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the SAM Pelvic Sling™ is firmly applied to the patient prior to entry into the MRI environment (as stated in the labeling for this device). Accordingly, there will be no hazard or risk to a patient undergoing an MRI procedure. The SAM Pelvic Sling™ should not be removed from the patient while in the MR system room.

This product is not recommended for use on children.

Peer-Reviewed Studies(click here)

Event Stabilization of Pelvic Ring Injuries by Controlled Circumferential Compression: A Clinical Trial

"What's New in Orthopedic Trauma"

Non-Invasive Reduction of Open-Book Pelvic Fractures by Circumferential Compression. Journal of Orthopedic Trauma

Stabilization of Pelvic Ring Disruptions with a Circumferential Sheet

Emergent Management of Pelvic Ring Fractures with use of Circumferential Compression