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==Indications== | ==Indications== | ||
*Temporary immobilization for knee injuries requiring rapid intervention, in the absence of commercial knee immobilizers. | |||
*Angulated fractures | |||
*Pediatric femoral shaft fractures | |||
==Procedure== | ==Procedure== | ||
Revision as of 19:35, 22 September 2022
Background
Indications
- Temporary immobilization for knee injuries requiring rapid intervention, in the absence of commercial knee immobilizers.
- Angulated fractures
- Pediatric femoral shaft fractures
Procedure
- Assess distal pulse, motor, and sensation
- Apply padding and splint material (e.g. Ortho-glass) as shown
- Knee should be kept at 5 degrees flexion, foot in slight plantarflexion
- Maintain position until splint hardens and secure splint to leg (e.g. ace wraps)
- Reassess distal pulse, motor, and sensation