Article taken from FireRescue1.com

When an 11-year-old girl’s finger became entrapped in a ring, improvised removal attempts at two hospitals only worsened the situation. Outdated methods like string-wrap techniques, manual ring cutters, and even hardware tools like Dremel’s caused swelling, bleeding, and emotional trauma, with surgery looking like the next step forward.

The breakthrough came when EMS District Chief Michael “Ricky” Royal used the Ring Rescue Dolphin ring cutter, a modern FDA-registered medical device designed specifically for rings. Within minutes, the stuck ring was safely and confidently removed, blood circulation was restored, and the looming surgery was avoided. Read the full FireRescue1 article here.

This particular case highlights a critical truth that improvised strategies and legacy tools are no longer enough. As ring materials evolve and get tougher, so must emergency response and the tools they use. The Ring Rescue Kit provides clinicians and first responders with the right devices to deliver safe and effective ring removal, protecting patients from unnecessary harm and restoring confidence in care.

The Ring Rescue Kit

The Ring Rescue Kit includes everything healthcare providers need to remove the stuck ring, including the Compression Device and specially formulated Ring Lubricant that enables a non-destructive option to keep the ring intact. The Ring Rescue Compression Device uses uniform air pressure to shrink finger size allowing the ring to be manipulated and pulled off.

For those more stubborn rings that just won’t budge, the Kit also includes the Dolphin Ring Cutter that cuts through any ring metal, including Tungsten and Titanium, in minutes. The Ring Rescue Dolphin Ring Cutter uses a specially designed AssureCUT™ Disc and a built-in automatic guard that uses smart technology for the fastest cut possible while virtually eliminating the risk of injury to the patient.

With the Ring Rescue Kit, responders can be prepared for the next ring entrapment emergency.

Key Features:

• Safely removes any ring metal, including titanium and tungsten, in minutes

• Non-destructive option with the Compression Device to preserve valuable rings

• Dolphin Ring Cutter with smart safety features minimizes heat and injury risk

• All-in-one, easy-to-use kit designed for single-user operation

For more information about the Ring Rescue Kit and to request a demonstration, call 888-891-1200 or email us to be connected to your local sales representative.

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