Figure 1
The prone log-roll push technique. A, Rescuer 1 provides cervical spine stabilization. Rescuers 2 through 4 are positioned on the side the athlete's head is facing. Rescuer 5 is on the opposite side, holding the spine board. B, Rescuers 2 through 4 reach across the athlete and, on command from rescuer 1, carefully roll the athlete away from them by pushing toward rescuer 5, who positions the spine board at a 45° angle beneath the athlete. C and D, Rescuers 2 through 4 slowly lower the athlete as rescuer 5 controls the spine board.

The prone log-roll push technique. A, Rescuer 1 provides cervical spine stabilization. Rescuers 2 through 4 are positioned on the side the athlete's head is facing. Rescuer 5 is on the opposite side, holding the spine board. B, Rescuers 2 through 4 reach across the athlete and, on command from rescuer 1, carefully roll the athlete away from them by pushing toward rescuer 5, who positions the spine board at a 45° angle beneath the athlete. C and D, Rescuers 2 through 4 slowly lower the athlete as rescuer 5 controls the spine board.

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