Geoff Desmoulin will present The Science Behind Prone Restraint Deaths at the ILEETA Conference & Expo in St. Louis, 16–21 March 2026.
👉 https://www.ileeta.org/conference/
The Science Behind Prone Restraint Deaths
Geoff Desmoulin | ILEETA Conference & Expo
Course Length: 1:45
Prone restraint deaths remain one of the most complex, misunderstood, and high-liability issues in modern law enforcement training. In this ILEETA Learning Lab interview, biomechanical scientist Dr. Geoff Desmoulin breaks down what the science actually tells us about body positioning, respiration, circulation, and the physiological cascade that can lead to sudden cardiac arrest.
Rather than relying on opinion or anecdote, this conversation focuses on evidence-based findings drawn from biomechanics, physiology, and real-world case analysis. Dr. Desmoulin explains how factors such as prolonged struggle, body weight, surface type, restraint position, and delayed recovery positioning contribute to hypercapnia and metabolic acidosis, increasing the risk of fatal outcomes.
A key emphasis of the discussion is recognition and prevention. Trainers and leaders will hear how eight identifiable risk factors can be recognized early, how body-worn camera footage reveals patterns often missed in the moment, and how simple, practical adjustments can reduce risk without compromising officer safety.
This interview offers a clear preview of what attendees can expect from Dr. Desmoulin’s session at the ILEETA Conference & Expo and reflects ILEETA’s commitment to evidence-based training, open dialogue, and continuous improvement across law enforcement education.
🎥 Watch the full interview:
https://youtu.be/xOWFTd3z8DY
Instructor: Geoff Desmoulin
Organization: GTD Scientific Inc.
Connect:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoff-desmoulin/
