Manual CPR can be very effective, but it’s also physically exhausting and hard to maintain at the right rhythm, especially during transport or extended resuscitation efforts. That’s where mechanical CPR devices step in. These systems provide reliable, consistent compressions that support patient survival and protect the healthcare providers delivering care.
Here are seven reasons your facility should consider automated CPR devices like Michigan Instruments’ Life-Stat and Thumper.
1. More Reliable Blood Flow to the Brain
Automated CPR ensures compressions are delivered at the ideal rate and depth, without fatigue or inconsistency. This helps maintain steady blood flow to the brain and other organs, giving patients a better chance of recovery.
2. Fast Setup, Less Delay
Mechanical CPR systems can be applied in just a few seconds. That means fewer pauses between compressions and more time for your team to focus on airway management, medications, and other critical interventions.
3. Built-In Ventilation Support
Michigan Instruments’ Life-Stat is the only device that offers both compressions and automatic ventilation. This unique combination reduces the need for additional personnel and helps streamline the entire resuscitation process.
4. Continuous CPR During Transport
Whether you’re moving a patient through a hallway, or down the stairs, automated CPR devices stay securely in place and keep working. There’s no loss in compression quality, even on the move.
5. Fewer Injuries, Less Fatigue
Manual CPR is physically demanding—and that strain can lead to caregiver fatigue or injury. Automated devices take over this effort, lowering risk for your team while maintaining consistent care for your patient.
6. One Size Fits Most
Michigan Instruments’ devices are designed with an open frame, making them easy to fit on a wide range of patients. From smaller adults to larger individuals, the flexible design ensures broad usability in emergency situations.
7. Built to Last, Easy to Maintain
These devices are powered by oxygen and simple 9-volt batteries, with no need for complicated charging systems. They’re durable, cost-effective, and ready to go when you need them most.
Supporting Recovery from the First Compression
Improving survival outcomes during cardiac arrest starts with consistent, high-quality CPR. With tools like the Life-Stat and Thumper, your team can respond faster, work safer, and support better recovery from the first compression.
At Michigan Instruments, we’re proud to support the caregivers and healthcare teams working to improve patient outcomes every day.
Learn more about our automated CPR devices and how they can support your resuscitation efforts.
