Turn-I-Kit


The Turn-I-Kit is a simple and more effective tourniquet solution that is designed for use by untrained first responders. Its large surface area, even pressure, and compound screw mechanism stop bleeding faster with less chance of soft tissue damage.

Value Proposition

The Weil Institute and Precision Trauma have re-imagined the tourniquet for use by civilians and civilian emergency care providers. Called “Turn-I-Kit”, this device’s unique tightening mechanism utilizes a significantly wider tourniquet band to distribute the force applied over a wider area, reducing discomfort. At the same time, the compound screw mechanism delivers greater pressure, faster to stop bleeding. The Turn-I Kit can easily be self applied with one hand and is simple for first responders to safely apply. To help save lives, Turn-I-Kit puts the power of bleeding control in everyone’s hands.

Competitive Advantage

  • Intuitive 3 step application process designed for ease of use for everyone from untrained first responders to Emergency Departments

  • Self-use possible

  • Wide strap with even pull designed to minimize pain and nerve damage

  • Precise pressure control with one- or two-handed application

  • 2” wide heavy duty hook and loop strap with instructions and time recording

Unique Features

  • Easily self-applied with one hand

  • Designed for use by untrained first responders

  • Simple 3-step process to stop bleeding fast

  • Large surface area and even pressure provides rapid occlusion with less chance of soft tissue damage

  • Puts the power to stop critical bleeding in everyone’s hands

Licensing Information
Precision Trauma in 2020

Principal Investigators
Kevin Ward, MD
Albert Shih, PhD
JeffreyJeffrey Plott, PhD.

Intellectual Property
Invention Disclosure # 2019-432, 7205
Patent Issued # US10695071

Solution Sheet
Download Solution Sheet (PDF)

Image courtesy of project team

MARKET OPPORTUNITY
Each year, about 60,000 Americans die from hemorrhaging, or blood loss. Worldwide, that number is almost 2 million. By putting the power of bleeding control in everyone’s hands, we will save more lives.

Contact Precision Trauma for more information about investment and partnership opportunities.


Funding History

• Substantial departmental, school and center based support

Funding Organizations


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