Nearly 25% of EMS workers experience a career ending back injury within the first four years of their career.
Moving fallen people is a regular part of the working day for many EMS professionals and the repetitive nature of the work can cause serious back injury.

The Mangar ELK is a lifting cushion designed to lift a person from the floor with the help of only one person. It is compact and lightweight, weighing only 8 lbs and will lift up to 980 lbs. Its unique design and portability means it can be used inside or outside and is particularly effective in small confined spaces such as the bedroom or bathroom where alternative lifting devices may not be suitable. The ELK is commonly used in a range of settings, such as the emergency services, care homes, hospitals, Telecare response teams and in the community, reducing the risk of injury and associated costs.