Refraint ™ is a new vision of patient restraint. This white paper reviews the history of patient restraints and argues for using the least restraint necessary when providing critical care. Current PADIS Guidelines and medical studies on delirium and immobilization are discussed.
Dr. Pavini is a critical care physician practicing in Vermont. She launched Healthy Design to develop products that improve the ICU experience for patients and staff. Exersides™ is the flagship product of Healthy Design.