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Kemp USA Pediatric Spineboard – X-Ray Translucent Backboard

Kemp USA Pediatric Spineboard – X-Ray Translucent Backboard

by Kemp USA
$175.00 - $175.00
$175.00
$175.00 - $175.00
$175.00
SKU 10-996-ORG
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Right-Sized Rescue for Younger Patients Using an adult backboard for a child often results in poor immobilization, large gaps in the strapping, and cumbersome handling. The Kemp USA Orange Pediatric Spineboard is purpose-built to solve these issues. Dimensioned specifically for children (53.5” long), it ensures that head blocks, cervical collars, and body straps align correctly with a smaller anatomical frame.

Constructed from heavy-duty, impact-resistant material, this board is fully X-Ray Translucent, allowing the patient to go straight from the scene to the CT scanner without being moved—a critical feature for minimizing trauma to a frightened or injured child.

Key Features

  • Child-Specific Geometry: At 53.5 inches long and 14.75 inches wide, this board provides a snug, secure fit for pediatric patients, preventing the lateral shifting common when using adult boards.
  • 100% X-Ray Translucent: Contains no metal parts that would interfere with radiological imaging (X-ray, MRI, CT), ensuring seamless diagnostic care.
  • Lightweight Maneuverability: Weighing only 10.45 lbs, it is easy for a single responder to carry and deploy, reducing fatigue during transport.
  • School & Camp Ready: The ideal safety standard for environments with high concentrations of children, such as elementary schools, daycare centers, summer camps, and municipal pools.
  • Durable Construction: Built to the same rugged standards as adult Kemp boards, resisting impact, fluids, and abrasion.

Why It Matters In pediatric trauma, "one size fits all" does not apply. A board that is too wide prevents straps from tightening effectively across a child's chest and hips. This dedicated pediatric board ensures that when you strap a child in, they stay secure, providing the highest standard of care for your smallest patients.

Technical Overview Dimensions: 53.5” L x 14.75” W x 2.5” H. Weight: 10.45 lbs. Load Capacity: 85 lbs. Color: Orange.

  • Schools & Daycares: Essential for playground injuries.
  • Summer Camps: Rapid response for youth activities.
  • Pediatric Hospitals: Transport within facilities.
  • EMS: Specialized equipment for pediatric calls.
  • Public Pools: Sized for child rescue.
  • Dimensions: 53.5” L x 14.75” W x 2.5” H (136cm x 37.5cm x 6.4cm)
  • Weight: 10.45 lbs
  • Load Limit: 85 lbs
  • Material: X-Ray Translucent Polymer
  • Color: High-Visibility Orange
  • Target Patient: Pediatric
📖 Official Resource
Step-by-Step Field Manual
Learn how to properly deploy and stage this equipment in a crisis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the Kemp USA Orange Pediatric Spineboard 100% X-ray translucent?▸

The Kemp USA Orange Pediatric Spineboard features 100% X-ray translucent construction, allowing emergency medical teams to perform complete radiological imaging without removing the child from the board. This eliminates the risk of further injury during patient transfer and speeds up diagnostic procedures in critical situations. Unlike standard spineboards that may require patient repositioning for imaging, this pediatric spineboard ensures continuous immobilization throughout the entire emergency response and diagnostic process, making it essential for youth camps, schools, and pediatric EMS protocols.

What is the maximum weight capacity for the Kemp USA Orange Pediatric Spineboard SKU 10-996-ORG?▸

The Kemp USA Orange Pediatric Spineboard (SKU 10-996-ORG) has a load limit of 85 lbs, specifically engineered for pediatric patients. This child-specific weight capacity ensures proper immobilization for young patients while maintaining the board's lightweight design at just 10.45 lbs. The compact dimensions of 53.5" (L) x 14.75" (W) x 2.5" (H) make it ideal for school nurses, youth sports programs, and pediatric emergency response teams who need equipment sized appropriately for children rather than adapting adult-sized boards.

Can the Kemp USA Orange Pediatric Spineboard be used in school emergency response kits?▸

Absolutely. The Kemp USA Orange Pediatric Spineboard is specifically designed for schools, youth camps, and pediatric healthcare settings. Its bright orange color ensures high visibility during emergencies, while the lightweight 10.45 lb construction allows school nurses and staff to deploy it quickly without requiring multiple responders. The durable, impact-resistant design withstands the demands of educational environments, and its compact size makes it easy to store in nurse's offices, athletic facilities, or emergency response stations. This board is essential for pediatric medical response preparedness in any youth-focused organization.

How does the Kemp USA Pediatric Spineboard differ from standard adult spineboards?▸

The Kemp USA Orange Pediatric Spineboard is purpose-built for children with dimensions of 53.5" x 14.75" versus the typical 72" x 16" adult board. This child-specific sizing ensures proper spinal alignment and secure immobilization for pediatric patients, preventing the gaps and instability that occur when children are placed on oversized adult equipment. At 10.45 lbs, it's significantly lighter than adult boards, enabling faster deployment by single responders. The 85 lb load limit is optimized for pediatric use, and the 100% X-ray translucent material allows uninterrupted imaging—a critical feature for minimizing movement of injured children during diagnosis.

Is the Kemp USA Orange Pediatric Spineboard compatible with pediatric head immobilizers and straps?▸

Yes, the Kemp USA Orange Pediatric Spineboard is designed to work seamlessly with pediatric-sized head immobilizers, spider straps, and other child-specific restraint systems. The board's 14.75" width and strategically placed handholds accommodate standard pediatric immobilization accessories, ensuring complete spinal stabilization during transport. The impact-resistant construction provides secure anchor points for straps without flexing, while the X-ray translucent material allows medical teams to verify proper positioning through imaging without removing any restraints. This makes it the ideal foundation for complete pediatric spinal immobilization protocols in EMS and hospital settings.