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Understanding the Need for Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) with Survivors of Strangulation
“When a victim of non-fatal strangulation presents to the emergency department it is critical for the medical provider to rule-out potential life-threatening injuries,” said William Smock, M.D. the Police Surgeon for the Louisville Metro Police... Read More
Domestic Violence Report: Strangulation Edition (2014)
This special edition of the Domestic Violence Report was guest edited by the CEO and President of the Training Institute on Strangulation Prevention, Gael Strack and Casey Gwinn (respectively) along with a board of expert... Read More
Risks Associated with Use of Carotid Vascular Restraints/LVNR
This presentation was created by Police Surgeon Dr. Bill Smock to discuss the physical risks associated with the use of Carotid vascular restraint/sleeper hold/LVNR. Read More
The Last Warning Shot Roll Call Video
The Training Institute on Strangulation Prevention created this Roll Call Video for all law enforcement to learn more about the signs and symptoms, identifiers and consequences of strangulation. Read More
Head Injury Rack Card
This resource was created as a "rack card" for use in waiting areas, lobbies etc. to provide information on head injuries and strangulation in a shortened format that is easy to notice. Read More
