It dont always cause ptsd ive been in restaints had sedative and stuff at first it was trauma but not bad enough to cause ptsd i don't even care about being i. Restraints
It's used to prevent self harm and violence. There are several bad things that can be caused by restraints but in a crisis we sacrifice everything to protect life and safety first. Restraints can be life savers and any complication is less severe than those who can be caused by not using.