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01 · Application

Five steps to application

AAJT-S training video · Abdominal Aortic and Junctional Tourniquet

  1. 1Connect ladder strapConnect until RED MEETS RED
  2. 2Position bladderPosition bladder directly over the target site
  3. 3Tighten beltPull the strap to remove all slack
  4. 4Use ratcheting buckleRatchet to complete tightening
  5. 5Inflate bladderInflate until GREEN indicator shows(Do not inflate for pelvic stabilization)

02 · Removal

AAJT-S device removal steps

Do not cut to removeRemoving the AAJT-S prematurely can resume bleeding and cause loss of hemorrhage control. Cutting prevents reapplication if needed.
  1. 1Deflate the bladder slowlyTwist the valve counterclockwise to deflate the bladder and release all excess air. Monitor patient closely during deflation.
  2. 2Lift and releaseLift and release the black pull tab.
  3. 3Remove the strapRemove the ladder strap.
Single-use deviceThe AAJT-S is a single-use device and should remain with the patient through the transfer of care. If needed, you may re-engage the ladder strap and re-inflate the bladder to maintain bleeding control.

How to remove the AAJT-S

AAJT-S Application and Removal Guide poster

03 · Printable reference

Application & removal reference guide

Application & Removal Poster: tap the image or the button to open the PDF.

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REAL-WORLD APPLICATION

Training resources and protocol references to support integration across prehospital, hospital, and military environments.

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Application Videos

Five Steps to Application

1

Connect ladder strap

Connect until RED MEETS RED

2

Position bladder

Position bladder directly over the target site

3

Tighten belt

Pull the strap to remove all slack

4

Use ratcheting buckle

Ratchet to complete tightening

5

Inflate bladder

Inflate until GREEN indicator shows
(Do not inflate for pelvic stabilization)

Application & Removal Reference Guide

Application & Removal Poster — Tap the image or the button to open the PDF.

Download the PDF

AAJT-S Device Removal Steps

DO NOT CUT TO REMOVE

Removing the AAJT-S prematurely can resume bleeding and cause loss of hemorrhage control. Cutting prevents reapplication if needed. 

1

Deflate the bladder slowly

Twist the valve counterclockwise to deflate the bladder and release all excess air. Monitor patient closely during deflation. 

2

Lift and release 

Lift and release the black pull tab.

3

Remove the strap

Remove the ladder strap.

SINGLE-USE DEVICE

The AAJT-S is a single-use device and should remain with the patient through the transfer of care. If needed, you may re-engage the ladder strap and re-inflate the bladder to maintain bleeding control.

How To Remove

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