Arm Injury

FIRST AID Advice - Splint for Wrist Fracture or Dislocation

FIRST AID Advice - Splint for Wrist Fracture or Dislocation

  • Keep the hand and wrist from moving by placing them on a rigid splint (see drawing).
  • Tie several cloth strips around hand/wrist to keep the splint in place. You can use a roll of gauze or tape instead of cloth strips.

Notes:

  • You can make a splint from: a wooden board, magazine folded in half, folded-up newspaper, cardboard, or a pillow.
  • If you have no splinting materials, then support the injured arm by resting it on a pillow or folded up blanket.
  • After putting on the splint, apply a cold pack or an ice pack (wrapped in a towel) to the area.

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