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8/16/2019

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Proper Use of the Skedco Oregon Spine Splint (OSS)

7/24/2014

I often get the question, "Can you use our Oregon Spine Splint (OSS) instead of a long board in combination with The Sked Stretcher?" The answer is Yes! The OSS is the only short vest-type immobilizer on the market that meets all the... View Article

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Sked Stretcher…Celebrating 40 Years and Still the Best! BY: ROCO RESCUE

8/26/2021

Sked Stretcher...Celebrating 40 Years and Still the Best! Few rescue devices have saved more lives than the Sked Stretcher – and it’s literally saved thousands of lives. And, after almost 40 years, it’s still the most compact,... View Article

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Guardian Angels to the Rescue

4/16/2013

If you were wondering just how extreme the conditions our rescue Skeds are used in, read this quick article about the “Guardian Angel” rescue squadron in Afghanistan. This elite, specially trained team rescues patients in “any... View Article

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Sked aided rescue on Mt. Everest

12/7/2017

Sharing a post by Nepal Trekking & Tour Operator's Facebook page. A Sked was used to aid a dangerous rescue work done by brave sherpa on Mt. Everest. Source: Nepal Trekking & Tour... View Article

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