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IM-PAL: Your First Line of Defense for Impaled Objects

Name: IM-PAL: Your First Line of Defense for Impaled Objects
Brand: Rescue Essentials
SKU: 10-5006
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PRODUCT INFORMATION

Rescue Essentials · Impaled-Object Stabilization

IM-PAL: Your First Line of Defense for Impaled Objects

A purpose-made stabilization device for a penetrating object left in a wound, adjustable across a 0.25 in. To 1.25 in. Object diameter — knives, scissors, rebar, metal debris. It holds the object still without pressing on the wound margins, which is the failing of a bulky improvised ring of rolled bandage and tape. SKU 10-5006.

0.25 in. – 1.25 in. objectsAdjustable cradleNo wound compressionSKU 10-5006

Improvised fixation is built from whatever is in the bag, and it works about as consistently as that sounds. A dedicated device makes the technique the same every time, from every provider.

What's Included

A single device, not a kit. Tap to open.

VIEW ▾What's in the Package — one device · SKU 10-5006

1× IM-PAL impaled-object stabilization device — an adjustable cradle that closes around a penetrating object still in the wound and holds it against movement, sized for objects between 0.25 in. And 1.25 in. In diameter
Supplied as a compact single unit sized to go into an EMS bag, a tactical aid bag or a first-responder pouch.
No dressing, bandage, tape or securing wrap is supplied. The device stabilizes the object; wound care and any securing to the patient come from your own supplies.

▾Specifications

IM-PAL — specifications

Specification	Detail
Manufacturer	Rescue Essentials
SKU	10-5006
Function	Stabilizes an impaled object in place, resisting movement, without applying compressive force to the wound margins
Object diameter range	0.25 in. To 1.25 in.
Design	Adjustable cradle, purpose-built for impaled-object stabilization
Quantity per package	One device

Specifications are manufacturer-stated (Rescue Essentials). Rescue Essentials also describes the IM-PAL as the first purpose-built device of its kind; that is the manufacturer's own claim.

▾Who Carries It

EMS and fire responders managing penetrating trauma with the object still in situ · Tactical and military medics where debris and fragmentation leave objects embedded · Search-and-rescue and industrial rescue teams working extrication around rebar, machinery and structural debris · Event and venue medical teams · Aid-bag builders replacing an improvised bandage-and-tape technique with something standard across the whole team.

Standard pre-hospital practice is that an impaled object is stabilized in place rather than removed in the field, because removing it can release tamponade and cause catastrophic hemorrhage. Whether that applies to the casualty in front of you, and what to do instead, is governed by your training, your scope of practice and your medical direction. Movement during extrication and transport is what a stabilization device is for; it is not a substitute for hemorrhage control, and it does not change the priority order of the assessment.

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Sourced direct from the manufacturer or an authorized master distributor. Ships from MED-TAC International, South Florida, US of A — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.

Built around MARCH. Every kit we sell maps to the MARCH protocol — Massive hemorrhage, Airway, Respiration, Circulation, Hypothermia. Learn the sequence in our complete MARCH guide.

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.

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Returns: Unused, unopened equipment in original manufacturer packaging is eligible for return within 30 days of delivery.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Should impaled objects be removed in the field?

No. The standard of care in pre-hospital and TCCC settings is to stabilize impaled objects in place — do not remove them. Removing an impaled object in the field can cause catastrophic hemorrhage by disrupting tamponade effects, injuring blood vessels that have formed around the object, and releasing compressed tissue planes. The object should be secured, the wound dressed around it, and the patient transported to a surgical facility for operative removal under controlled conditions.

What sizes of impaled objects does the IM-PAL accommodate?

The IM-PAL accommodates objects with diameters from 0.25 inches to 1.25 inches. This range covers the majority of real-world penetrating objects encountered in pre-hospital trauma: knives, scissors, screwdrivers, rebar, metal shards, and similar materials. Objects outside this range — very thin wires or extremely large implements — may require alternative or supplementary stabilization approaches.

Why is a purpose-built device better than improvised impaled object stabilization?

Improvised solutions — rolled gauze, stacked dressings, tape constructions — lack standardization, apply inconsistent force to the wound, and often fail to prevent object movement during transport. The IM-PAL provides a consistent, repeatable stabilization technique that any trained responder can apply reliably. It is designed specifically to stabilize without compressing the surrounding wound margins — a critical property that improvised solutions frequently fail to achieve, potentially worsening soft tissue injury.

Is the IM-PAL appropriate for tactical environments?

Yes. Penetrating trauma from ballistic, blast, and edged weapon injuries is a primary pattern in tactical and law enforcement environments, and impaled objects are commonly encountered in blast injuries involving shrapnel, debris, or secondary fragmentation. The IM-PAL's compact packaging and standardized application make it suitable for tactical aid bags, individual operator med kits, and law enforcement first responder pouches. Its exclusive availability at MED-TAC International reflects its primary tactical medical market positioning.

Can the IM-PAL be used on any body region?

The IM-PAL is designed for stabilization on any accessible body surface where an object of appropriate diameter is impaled. This includes the torso, extremities, head, and neck. Application technique should always prioritize maintaining object stability without applying pressure that would advance the object further into the tissue or compress adjacent vasculature. Impaled objects near the eye, airway, or major vessels require particular care and should be treated with the IM-PAL using standard technique with immediate priority transport to a trauma center.