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LifeVac Home Kit Portable Suction Rescue Device

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Woot has LifeVac Home Kit Portable Suction Rescue Device on sale for $64.99 - $13 when you apply 20% Off coupon code JAN2025 = $51.99. Shipping is free for Amazon Prime Members (must login with your Amazon account and select a shipping address in order for Woot to apply free shipping) or is otherwise $6 per order.

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About this Product:
  • LifeVac is a Patented, non-invasive suction rescue device that can save a life in the event of an air obstruction. Take action and be prepared with the appropriate equipment to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Includes:
  • LifeVac suction device with Patented One-way Valve
  • Pediatric Mask
  • Adult Mask
  • Practice Mask
  • Instructions for using LifeVac

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Woot has LifeVac Home Kit Portable Suction Rescue Device on sale for $64.99 - $13 when you apply 20% Off coupon code JAN2025 = $51.99. Shipping is free for Amazon Prime Members (must login with your Amazon account and select a shipping address in order for Woot to apply free shipping) or is otherwise $6 per order.

Thanks community member TexasSunDevil for sharing this deal

Note, you must apply coupon code during final checkout by clicking "Got a Coupon Code" located under place order to receive this sale price.

About this Product:
  • LifeVac is a Patented, non-invasive suction rescue device that can save a life in the event of an air obstruction. Take action and be prepared with the appropriate equipment to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Includes:
  • LifeVac suction device with Patented One-way Valve
  • Pediatric Mask
  • Adult Mask
  • Practice Mask
  • Instructions for using LifeVac

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • About this Offer:
    • Offer is valid today 12/4 only or while supplies lasts.
  • Reviews:
    • This product is highly rated and receives 4.8 Stars out of 5 Stars based on over 18,000 Customer Reviews.
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https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/arti...C10278115/

not the same device, but a similar one.

"Results
The DeChoker resulted in gross injury to the tongue and failed to remove the obstruction in all trials. LifeVac was successful in removing the barium‐moistened saltines but failed to remove all other foreign bodies. Both devices applied significant pressure to the tongue.

Conclusion
With the exception of the LifeVac removing saltine crackers, all trials were entirely unsuccessful in relieving foreign body aspiration. Additionally, both devices may cause significant pressure and injury to the oral cavity in a clinical setting. We conclude bystanders should continue to follow International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation's guidelines on resuscitation to aid with relieving foreign body aspiration."

from my reading of EMS forums/sub-reddits: these devices seem pretty universally panned or, at best, regarded as absolute last resort.

one of the big issues that is easy to overlook is that you need a perfect seal, which is tough, ESPECIALLY with a child, ESPECIALLY when they are panicking.

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crazy how i was just thinking about getting one on the way to work today lol
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Had this in my Amazon cart for a while, waiting for a sale. Thanks!
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Has anyone used this in the past and can recommend. Is there a better device? How much of this is preying on parents fears vs a legit good product?

Thanks!
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I got one for Mom, who lives alone.
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Quote from edgarwong :
Has anyone used this in the past and can recommend. Is there a better device? How much of this is preying on parents fears vs a legit good product?

Thanks!
We have one and hope to never use it. We took CPR classes when having our kid but I feel more confident having this too. I just bought a second one to keep in our diaper bag.
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Does this work on hot dogs? Asking for a friend.
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I've got 3 kids under 4 and considered getting some of these but my research came to the conclusion I'm better off knowing how to perform the heimlich. I commend those that took classes but my wife and I just watched youtube videos.
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank bsdc

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/arti...C10278115/

not the same device, but a similar one.

"Results
The DeChoker resulted in gross injury to the tongue and failed to remove the obstruction in all trials. LifeVac was successful in removing the barium‐moistened saltines but failed to remove all other foreign bodies. Both devices applied significant pressure to the tongue.

Conclusion
With the exception of the LifeVac removing saltine crackers, all trials were entirely unsuccessful in relieving foreign body aspiration. Additionally, both devices may cause significant pressure and injury to the oral cavity in a clinical setting. We conclude bystanders should continue to follow International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation's guidelines on resuscitation to aid with relieving foreign body aspiration."

from my reading of EMS forums/sub-reddits: these devices seem pretty universally panned or, at best, regarded as absolute last resort.

one of the big issues that is easy to overlook is that you need a perfect seal, which is tough, ESPECIALLY with a child, ESPECIALLY when they are panicking.
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Perfect timing, I'm actually choking on a piece of steak atm. Prime shipping don't fail me now...
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Quote from bsdc :
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/arti...C10278115/

not the same device, but a similar one.

"Results
The DeChoker resulted in gross injury to the tongue and failed to remove the obstruction in all trials. LifeVac was successful in removing the barium‐moistened saltines but failed to remove all other foreign bodies. Both devices applied significant pressure to the tongue.

Conclusion
With the exception of the LifeVac removing saltine crackers, all trials were entirely unsuccessful in relieving foreign body aspiration. Additionally, both devices may cause significant pressure and injury to the oral cavity in a clinical setting. We conclude bystanders should continue to follow International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation's guidelines on resuscitation to aid with relieving foreign body aspiration."

from my reading of EMS forums/sub-reddits: these devices seem pretty universally panned or, at best, regarded as absolute last resort.

one of the big issues that is easy to overlook is that you need a perfect seal, which is tough, ESPECIALLY with a child, ESPECIALLY when they are panicking.
I know how to perform the Heimlich maneuver but have a similar product as my last resort option. Tongue pressure doesn't matter much if it's a life or death situation. Also keep in mind that if the Heimlich doesn't work and it gets bad, the person in distress may pass out making this tool a more effective option for a last resort. I am not a medical professional, just trying to share my thoughts on the subject.
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Quote from sirz2u :
Does this work on hot dogs? Asking for a friend.
Probably need the Hot Dog Vac for that
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Here's the FDA recommendations on these choking devices:
https://www.fda.gov/medical-devic...munication

Recommendations for Consumers, Parents and Caregivers
Always follow established choking rescue protocols approved by the American Red Cross and the American Heart Association before considering other interventions, as these protocols have a high rate of success and can be carried out immediately without devices, saving valuable time.

Choking rescue protocols should only be used when there is complete airway block or the person is unable to cough, because interventions (such as back blows) could convert a partial airway block (which choking victims are usually able to clear on their own) to a complete airway block.

If you choose to use an anti-choking device, only use it after established choking rescue protocols have failed. The safety and effectiveness of over-the counter anti-choking devices have not been established.

Potential Problems with Anti-Choking Devices
The FDA recognizes that anti-choking devices may already be in consumers' homes. Our recommendations are intended to help avoid delaying use of the established rescue protocols listed above if people choose to use these devices.

The FDA is aware of reports describing problems with the use of anti-choking devices, including failure to resolve a choking incident due to lack of suction, bruising around the face, lips, and mouth, and scratches in the back of the throat.

Established choking rescue protocols, such as the American Red Cross and the American Heart Association, have a high success rate. Anti-choking devices typically require removal from packaging and assembly and could delay using established rescue protocols.


Here are the Red Cross Adult and Child choking steps: https://www.redcross.org/take-a-c...ld-choking

General Care: Choking (Adult/Child)
Position self to the side and slightly behind the choking person.
For a small child, you may need to kneel behind them rather than stand.
Give 5 back blows.
Use the heel of the hand to strike between the shoulder blades.
If no improvement, have the person stand up straight.
Move behind the person; bend your knees slightly for balance and support.
Give 5 abdominal thrusts.
Pull inward and upward each time.
Continue giving 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts.
Continue until the person can cough, cry or speak or becomes unresponsive.
If the person becomes unresponsive, lower them to a firm, flat surface and begin CPR (starting with compressions) according to your level of training.

Trained responders: After each set of compressions and before attempting breaths:
Open the person's mouth.
Look for an object.
If seen, remove it using your finger. NEVER do a finger sweep unless you actually see an object.


*My opinion only: A practical consideration is that if the person choking is obese, or much larger stature than the rescuer, then the device could be useful compared to standard back blows and abdominal thrusts. Still, I'd follow the standard guidance first, then use this as a last resort.
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Quote from jpeter15 :
I've got 3 kids under 4 and considered getting some of these but my research came to the conclusion I'm better off knowing how to perform the heimlich. I commend those that took classes but my wife and I just watched youtube videos.
Heimlich is the first approach. This is more of a last resort and death is imminent type of device, as it CAN damage the victim's throat and collapse their lungs. It might be good for someone by themselves, and isn't aware of how to perform the Heimlich on themselves, but I'm not sure.

I do have a similar device in my medical cabinet (DeChoker) that I have for the "death is imminent" scenario, but like you said, learning proper life saving technique is always the better route.

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