Tourniquet

A tourniquet is a medical device used to control heavy bleeding, often in emergency situations. It is typically a tightly-wrapped band that is applied around an injured limb to compress blood vessels and stop blood flow. This is crucial in life-threatening scenarios, such as severe wounds or amputations, where immediate medical help may not be available. Proper application is essential; it should be used as a last resort and released only by trained medical personnel. Tourniquets can be lifesaving when used correctly, providing critical time to get the injured person to a hospital for further treatment.