A study analyzing the practice of spinal motion restriction (SMR ... a significant decrease in the prehospital use of cervical immobilization and backboards between 2009 and 2019.

Research has also focused on the role of prehospital spinal immobilization. A multicenter cohort study found that while prehospital immobilization is common, it did not significantly correlate ...

[1] The Marion County protocol for EMS Out-of-Hospital Spinal Clearing/Immobilization[2], and many like it, starts with “Spinal immobilization is to be provided to blunt trauma patients only if ...

Advanced care providers have long recognized the potential harm that accompanies the use of rigid spinal immobilization, especially if prolonged. Rescue work involves movement, as paramedics and ...

Spinal cord injury Treatment focuses on minimizing damage and promoting recovery. Initial care includes immobilization, corticosteroids to reduce inflammation, and surgical intervention when needed.