FAQ

OMNA Marine Tourniquet (OMT) Advantage:

100% marine grade Made for austere environments and conditions (eg, cold weather, heat, UV, saltwater). Lightweight Durable Self-locking marine ratcheting buckle Hydrophobic materials Modular bite-strap to aid 1-handed application Instructions for use on device with place to record TQ application time Superior corrosion resistance Superior Tourniquet Performance Marine ratcheting buckle max load 1100 lbs (500 Kgs)
Why do you need a marine tourniquet?

You can bleed to death in as little as 3 minutes. You develop Hypovolemic shock , when you lose more than 20% of your blood. This is what usually kills you, because your heart doesn't have enough blood to pump to your body; your organs fail. According to the Mayo Clinic, hemorrhagic shock is the leading cause of death in people with traumatic injuries (Mayo Clinic).
How is a marine tourniquet applied?

See instructions for use on homepage or blog.
Are Tourniquets Safe?

Yes, recent combat and civilian studies estimate that a tourniquet can be used with relatively low risk of complications. Risk of complications doesn't begin to rise until 2 hours.
Do you have Doppler Ultrasound Evidence of OMNA Marine Tourniquet Occlusion?

Yes: Right femoral artery - arterial flow before OMNA Marine Tourniquet (OMT) applied > OMNA Marine Tourniquet (OMT) applied with 100% occlusion > OMNA Marine Tourniquet (OMT) released with right femoral artery flow returned.