Flamingo Pelvic Binder OC 2116 - Large

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does pelvic binder prevent further dislocation?
  Yes. Pelvic binders prevent further dislocation of fractured bone fragment, thus reducing the risk of further soft tissue trauma (e.g. vessel laceration).
• What are the uses of Flamingo pelvic binder?
  Flamingo pelvic binder compresses pelvic structures. This encourages any blood in the pelvic cavity to clot, promoting recovery post injury. It also stabilises the pelvis.
• What is a Flamingo pelvic binder?
  Flamingo pelvic binder is used to compress the pelvis in people with a pelvic fracture in an effort to promote recovery post injury.
• When should you use a pelvic binder?
  If the patient is hemodynamically compromised with a significant mechanism suggestive of a pelvic injury, a pelvic binder should be applied. Applying a pelvic binder early provides stability and allows clot formation. This may prevent ongoing haemorrhage and the often-lethal trauma induced coagulopathy.
• Are there any complications of a pelvic binder?
  Complications of a pelvic binder can include skin ulceration if it is applied for too long. Hence it should be used only for a short time.