10. After Physical Restraints

Becoming Centered · Sep 13, 2023 · 29m

This podcast episode is part four of a series addressing the use of physical restraints and interventions in response to extreme client behaviors, particularly in residential treatment settings. The previous episodes discussed the uncomfortable nature of these interventions and the necessity of their use for the safety of both staff and clients.

The focus of this final episode is on post-restraint procedures to protect staff from the traumatic effects of such incidents. After a physical hold, staff are advised to relax their muscles, engage in deep breathing, and attend to basic needs like…