The NasoSafe Nasopharyngeal Airway, crafted by Flexicare Medical, offers advanced support in ensuring open airway channels between the nostril and the nasopharynx. This innovative NP airway prioritizes safety and enhances patient comfort, making it an essential tool in sports first aid. Unique Swivel Grip Feature What sets NasoSafe apart is its unique swivel grip feature, which effectively prevents the device from descending further into the nasopharynx. This feature also enables 360-degree positioning for patient comfort while keeping the opposite nostril unobstructed, ensuring optimal airflow. Designed for Minimal Injury Risk The NasoSafe Nasopharyngeal Airway boasts a rounded tip, designed to minimise injury risk. Additionally, its thermosensitive material softens upon insertion, further reducing the chances of injury. This is particularly beneficial in nasotracheal suctioning applications, which are common in sports-related emergencies. Versatile Sizing Options Available in six sizes, with the four most common sizes in the UK (6.0mm, 7.0mm, 8.0mm, and 9.0mm) readily available, the NasoSafe Nasopharyngeal Airways offer versatile sizing options for various needs. This ensures that athletes of different ages and sizes can be effectively treated during sports first aid situations. Essential for Emergency and Long-Term Use The NasoSafe Nasopharyngeal Airway is essential for both emergency and long-term use in sports settings. It is adept at bypassing obstructions at critical points like the nose, nasopharynx, or the base of the tongue. Its optimal placement above the epiglottis ensures the separation of the soft palate from the posterior wall of the oropharynx, preventing complications and maintaining an open airway. Ideal for Difficult Ventilation Situations Designed for ventilating and oxygenating patients who are difficult to treat with standard bag-mask ventilation, the NasoSafe Nasopharyngeal Airway is ideal for both awake and semi-conscious athletes. It avoids triggering a gag reflex and is useful when oral access is limited, making it a valuable tool in sports first aid. Suitable for Various Medical Conditions Primarily used in emergency and pre-operative settings, the NasoSafe is suitable for patients with conditions like strong gag reflex, limited mouth opening, cervical spine issues, or intraoral masses. It’s also preferred for awake intubation, especially in patients with chronic respiratory conditions who can’t lie supine, facilitating intubation in a sitting position and enhancing patient comfort and safety during sports-related emergencies. Recommended by England Rugby and Rugby Football League, this product is an essential piece of first aid kit. See all other mandatory medical essentials recommended by both rugby union and rugby league in our article.
