Leg-foot chest compressions: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

High-quality chest compressions (CCs) are vital for the return of spontaneous circulation. When hand CCs are difficult, leg-foot CCs may offer an alternative. We reviewed existing studies to describe the current evidence and identify gaps in the literature regarding this technique and its impact on outcomes.

Methods

Between November and December 2024, we conducted a scoping review, searching eight databases, two proceedings (Resuscitation 2024 and the Resuscitation Science Symposium 2024), a trial register, animal guidelines, citations, and reference lists. We included studies on leg-foot CCs performed on humans, animals, or manikins by laypersons, healthcare professionals, pre-licensure students, or duty-to-respond laypersons. The intervention was leg-foot CCs; t

SUBMITTER: Fijacko N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12424426 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature