Spinal board

For a backboard in basketball, see Basketball.
Spinal board
Spinal motion restriction with a long spine board
Other names
  • long spine board (LSB)
  • long back board
  • spineboard
  • backboard

A spinal board, long spine board, or backboard is a patient handling device used primarily in pre-hospital trauma care. It is designed to provide rigid support during movement of a person with suspected spinal or limb injuries. They are most commonly used by ambulance staff, as well as lifeguards and ski patrollers. Historically, backboards were also used in an attempt to "improve the posture" of young people, especially girls.

Due to the negative effects on patients laying on spinal boards for long periods of time, the practice of using them for prolonged periods is no longer recommended.

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