EVAC-1 - First Responders ages 18-60

STUDY BASICS

Researchers in the Department of Emergency Medicine are recruiting first responders for a research study to perform investigative head and neck immobilization during simulated prehospital care and emergency transport scenarios. The study will take approximately 2 hours to complete. Compensation is provided.

STUDY PURPOSE

An investigative device called EVAC-1 has been developed to improve stabilization during emergency care and includes small sensors that can track how much the head moves. This research is being done to test how well the EVAC-1 device works compared to the standard equipment, how comfortable it feels to patients, and how easy it is for EMS providers to use. The goal is to improve safety and outcomes for patients during emergency transport.

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?

• Healthy individuals age 18-60
• Certified EMTs, paramedics, firefighters or athletic trainers who work in the prehospital care environment.
• Individuals must have relevant emergency care or immobilization training (e.g., EMT, Paramedic, Athletic Trainer, First Responder).

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

• The study will take approximately 2 hours to complete.
• You will be responsible for applying cervical spine immobilization devices to a human volunteer patient. In some scenarios, you may be asked to perform a log roll, transport the patient onto a stretcher/long spine board, or ride in an ambulance.
• You will respond to survey questions about the usability of the device.
• Study activities will be conducted in university laboratory settings and EMS training centers.
• Participants will be compensated with a $50 debit gift card for their participation.
• Participants should plan to wear comfortable clothes and closed-toed shoes.