Arterial Tourniquet Complications: Risks and Mitigation with Real Response

In today's video, we delve into a critical topic - potential complications associated with the use of arterial tourniquets, like the CAT Gen 7.

While tourniquets play a vital role in controlling severe bleeding and saving lives in emergency situations, it's important to understand that their usage can also involve certain risks and complications. These can range from minor skin injuries to more severe issues, depending on the duration of application and other factors.

In this video, we outline these potential complications, explain why they may occur, and provide guidance on how to mitigate these risks. This information is essential for anyone who may need to use a tourniquet, whether they're a professional first responder or a civilian trained in first aid.

🚨 What we cover in this video 🚨:

Understanding Potential Tourniquet Complications
The Balance Between Risks and Lifesaving Necessity
Best Practices to Minimize Tourniquet Complications
The Importance of Professional Training and Guidance
NOTE: This video is designed to provide informational content and should not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek professional guidance for medical emergencies.

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[CheekiTiki]

Had a tourniquet on for roughly two hours and I couldn't move a single muscle in my arm or hand when they took it off. Scary stuff but I'm alive. Was able to twitch a finger after about 30 minutes. Was able to fully use my arm again after about 2 months. So thankful the nerve damage wasn't permanent.

[Janetjones.]

Hi i had ankle surgery 9 days ago fibia and tibia weber c. 24hrs later at home i had what could only explain as a explosion of pain in my lower back and thigh ive never felt pain like it I'm 63 i screamed out and was so frightened i don't know what has caused the pain im still having these painful nerve shocks i was was wondering if it could have been the tornaquet or the spinal injection im taking tramadol and haven't been able to speak to anyone as all orthopaedic clinics are closed till tomorrow and the numbers they've given me are not answering so im having about 5 of these episodes a day they come on without warning the tingling is around my knee now it started in my thigh outer and inner and right lower back thanks in advance for any advice Janet Jones