Patient Transfer Trends and Technological Advances

1. Trends in Patient size
The number of bariatric patients continues to increase, as does the challenges of transferring them safely and comfortably. EMTs experience more work-related strains and injuries as a result. Powerized ambulance cots with lifting capabilities reduce the amount of manual lifting and dramatically alleviates the strain to the EMT and risk of injury to the patient.

2. Preventative Safety
EMTs deal with unpredicatable, intense situations and even the most compsed preofessional occasionaly loses control of the cot. Look for future technological advances in power cots that will focus on safety devices that not only prevent tipping and loss of control, but can sense minor imbalances and alert the EMT prior to crisis.

3. Smart Technology
Let's face it, the world is becoming more complex and keeping pace with technology is a challenge. Resources that create greater opportunities for data management and reporting tools vastly improve patient care and simplify the maintenence of equipment. The best of smart technology will also make it easy for the EMT and EMS coordinator to implement into their current workflow.

4. The Need For Power
Simply put, power cots require more power. Current battery technology drains quickly especially during high use or extreme weather, creating more downtime or in-call battery swapping. There is a new, more sophisticated power system on the horizon that will perform at levels greater than ever before.

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