Shoulder Immobilization - Falck Health Institute

Shoulder injuries can significantly impact patient comfort, mobility, and overall function, making proper immobilization an important EMS skill. In this skill video from the Falck Health Institute, EMT students will learn the fundamentals of shoulder immobilization, including patient assessment, injury stabilization, sling and swathe application, and patient care considerations during transport. This video is part of the Falck Health Institute EMT Skill Video Series, created to help students build confidence through clear, step-by-step demonstrations of essential EMS skills. Whether you are preparing for skills testing, clinical experiences, or caring for injured patients in the field, proper immobilization techniques help support patient safety and comfort. At the Falck Health Institute, we believe EMS education should combine hands-on practice, evidence-informed instruction, and realistic patient care application to prepare students for the realities of prehospital medicine. Subscribe for additional EMT skill videos, EMS education content, scenario training, and continuing education resources. Falck Health Institute Training the next generation of EMS professionals.