The TRECK is an alternative to trauma shears and seat belt cutters - an emergency cutting tool, specifically designed to simultaneously remove multiple layers of clothing, belts, seat belts, equipment and other obstructions from a trauma patient, without the use of shears.

 With some articles of clothing and equipment, the repetitive motions of squeezing the shears with your thumb and finger can be tiring and time consuming.  Shears can and sometimes do fail, and ripping can be a mess or not an option with some materials.
 

By using your wrist and arms, the TRECK works best as you draw it away from the patient, which prevents contact, and also allows the TRECK to slice through materials more effectively.
 

Access wounds quickly, safely and easily.

Testimonials...

After over 20 years in NY EMS I wish I had this tool well... 20 years ago. Why did it take so long for such a useful tool to come along? While not a 100% replacement for the trauma sheers, it's only draw back that I see it not being able to carry it on your belt. But you can easily keep it in your trauma bag, other carry device or right in the ambulance to have at the ready. I just used the tool the other day on a dog bite call and was able to cut away an entire length of clothing that included coat and two layers of clothing from shoulder to wrist in one try. It didn't snag like trauma sheers might have and it did it all in one smooth cut. Giving me access to the patient I felt faster than standard trauma sheers. Once someone comes up with a personal carry holder the trauma sheers better look out. Another great EMS tool that belongs in your rescue arsenal!
-Jim Hoffman in NY  •  EMT-P  •  The EMS Professional
 

The TRECK makes it much easier to cut off thick fabrics like leather.  I wish I'd had this when I needed to cut off a patient's specially made ultra-thick cowboy boot. Yes, I got it done with my trauma shears, but it was hard on my hand and I worried I was going to poke the patient's very damaged foot. I have to keep an eye on mine during traumas to make sure it doesn't get "borrowed”.
-M.C. in CA  •  ER Technician