While purchasing the right ambulance stretcher can be equipped with the features you want, no stretcher is complete without some basic ambulance stretcher accessories.

You’ll need to find lift handles, push/pull handles, oxygen cylinder racks, IV poles, additional patient straps, restraints, storage devices and device supports, etc…

Equipped with these industry tools, ambulance stretchers will be more prepared to respond to any emergency and carry vital equipment with them.

We’ve broken down the five basic accessory categories that each ambulance stretcher should come with to ensure you’re well prepared for the road ahead.

The constraint

Restraint is absolutely necessary to keep patients safe on stretchers and to prevent them from harming themselves further. When choosing restraints, it’s best to use the same brand of restraints as the stretcher to ensure they work seamlessly.

Some examples of restraints include wrist and ankle restraints, shoulder restraints, and waist belts. There are also “quick” restraints available, which can slide in or clip in for a quick escape.

Extra storage space

Most ambulance stretchers are very durable while remaining light and easy to load and unload patients. No doubt having storage space is also essential, but the stretcher’s small footprint makes it difficult to carry a lot of equipment. The lower shelf storage tray for the X-frame stretcher utilizes the empty space between the wheels to store other vital equipment. There is no need to remove the tray because the wheels do not bend when folded.

Tank rack and IV pole

Oxygen is another essential rescue tool, but the tanks themselves can be cumbersome. To alleviate this problem, attach the oxygen cylinder holder to the back or head of the stretcher. In this way, they can be easily entered without carrying or hindering other life-saving equipment.

Also, the IV pole can be attached to the stretcher to suspend the IV bag. This frees up first responders’ hands to meet patients’ needs, rather than carrying IV bags themselves or having them hang from another device.

To add a handle

While most stretchers are lightweight or power-assisted, push/pull handles can add versatility to these stretchers. For heavier patients or stretchers with life-saving equipment, push/pull handles can help maneuver the stretcher quickly and relieve pressure on first responders. In a similar manner, lift handles help responders lift loaded stretchers into the emergency vehicle.

The surface plate

While ambulance stretchers are designed to be suitable for the majority of the population, special accommodation should be provided for larger patients and young children. This ensures that the patient remains safe during transport, regardless of size, and can be attached to an existing stretcher for a safer surface area.

 

Before buying stretcher accessories, research whether the equipment will really save you time and trouble. Make sure it is easy to install and remove, as the time spent adjusting the device will take time away from focusing on the patient. Vice versa; If attachments free hands and allow providers to spend more time on patient care and evaluation, then it is worth it.

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