What is a soft tourniquet?

What is a soft tourniquet?

The SOF® Tactical Tourniquet (SOFT-T) is one of the top performing tourniquets currently available. It is the tourniquet of choice for many of the world’s 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.

What is a tourniquet pouch?

The Tourniquet Pouch is designed to hold one CAT style tourniquet. Features elastic sides and adjustable hook & loop secured flap. Attaches to modular webbing with one short MALICE CLIP® (included). Available in MultiCam®, MultiCam® Black, MultiCam® Tropic, M81 Woodland, Coyote Brown, Black and OD.

Who makes the Softt W tourniquet?

Tactical Medical Solutions SOF Tactical Tourniquet, 1.5” Compression Band for Bleeding Control – Black, 2 Count.

What are the different types of tourniquets?

Types of tourniquets

  • Emergency tourniquets. A tightly tied band applied around a limb (upper or lower) to prevent severe blood loss from limb trauma during emergency.
  • Surgical tourniquets.
  • Noninflatable (nonpneumatic) tourniquets.
  • Pneumatic tourniquet.

Can you practice with CAT tourniquet?

You do not want to use your main tourniquet to practice with, so having a ‘trainer’ is the best practice. Bright blue color makes it easy to keep track of. Highly recommend.

Does a tourniquet expire?

BEST ANSWER: This item does not have an expiration date. However, we do recommend replacing it if it is stored in extreme conditions such as weather / temperatures and direct sunlight. This typically occurs with military situations.

What is the correct order for the application of a Softt W tourniquet?

Step 1: Remove the webbing from the buckle. Step 2: Position the tourniquet base on the injured limb above the wound. Route the webbing around the limb. Step 3: Route the webbing through the buckle and pull until the tourniquet is tight.

How do you use Softt W tourniquet?

Do CAT tourniquets expire?