How the NASG Helps During Patient Transport: EMS & Ambulance Applications

Introduction: Why EMS Teams Rely on the NASG

In pre-hospital emergency care, speed, stabilization and bleeding control determine survival especially when transporting patients with shock, hemorrhage, or obstetric complications. The Non Pneumatic Anti-Shock Garment (NASG) has become an essential tool for EMS responders and ambulance crews, offering rapid stabilization without the need for compressed air, electricity, or complex setup.

This blog explains how EMS teams use the NASG, how it supports safer transport, and why ambulance services worldwide are adopting it as astandard emergency device.

1. What Makes the NASG Ideal for EMS Use?

✔ Designed for Fast Application

EMS teams face time-critical situations.
The NASG can be applied in60–90 seconds, even in cramped or unpredictable environments.

✔ Works Without Electricity or Pumps

Unlike pneumatic shock suits, the NASG needs:

- No inflation
- No power source
- No specialized equipment

This simplicity makes it perfect forambulances, field rescue, and rural EMS units.

✔ Effective for Obstetric & Trauma Cases

Used extensively for:

- Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH)
- Traumatic bleeding
- Hemorrhagic shock
- Severe hypotension

It stabilizes vitals long enough toreach the hospital safely.

2. How the NASG Improves Patient Transport Safety

Stabilizes Blood Pressure During Transit

Ambulance movement can worsen hypotension.
The NASG helpsmaintain perfusionto the heart, lungs, and brain by applying uniform circumferential pressure to the lower body.

This reduces the risk of:

- Loss of consciousness
- Cardiac arrest
- Drop in systolic blood pressure

Reduces Internal Bleeding in Transit

The garment applies lower-body counter-pressure, slowing bleeding from:

- Pelvic trauma
- Abdominal injuries
- Obstetric hemorrhage

This gives EMS teams critical time until surgical intervention is available.

Prevents Shock Progression

Shock worsens rapidly during movement.
The NASG buys survival time, helping stabilize the patient through bumps, swerves, and long transport distances.

3. Step-by-Step: NASG Application in an Ambulance Environment

Assess patient suitability

Use for:

- Severe bleeding
- PPH
- Hypovolemic shock
- SBP below 90 mmHg

Apply NASG lower-body segments

Wrap from the ankles up to the abdomen, securing each segment tightly.

Ensure access for IV lines and monitoring

The garment design allows:

- Abdominal access
- Lower-extremity pulse checks
- Pelvic assessment

Monitor vitals continuously

EMS teams track:

- BP
- O2 saturation
- Consciousness levels

Do NOT remove NASG until hospital command

Only trained clinicians should remove it after stabilization.

4. Why EMS & Ambulance Services Should Include the NASG

✔ Lightweight & Portable

Easily stored in:

- Trauma bags
- EMS kits
- Ambulance compartments

✔ Low-Cost Lifesaving Device

Compared to other shock-management tools, the NASG is:

- Affordable
- Reusable (depending on model)
- High ROI for ambulance services

✔ Proven Global Success

Used by:

- EMS
- Midwives
- Disaster response teams
- Military medics
- Air ambulances

5. Recommended EMS Use Cases

Conclusion: NASG Is an Essential Tool for Modern EMS

For EMS responders and ambulance teams, the Non Pneumatic Anti-Shock Garment is more than equipment. it is alifesaving interventionthat bridges the gap between field stabilization and definitive care.

Its benefits during transport include:

- Shock stabilization
- Increased survival time
- Safer long-distance transfers
- Rapid deployment with minimal training

As more emergency providers adopt the NASG, patient outcomes continue to improve globally.

EMS Directors & Medical Procurement Teams:

TICARE® supplies high-quality NASGs for emergency, obstetric, and trauma care available for bulk orders and OEM branding.

Request a quote or sample set today.