Safe Splint Removal: A Step-by-Step Guide

Splints aid in the healing and care of injured limbs or digits by supporting and protecting the injured area. Sometimes a temporary splint is applied to a broken bone to protect it until a cast is applied. Splints also help with jammed fingers, pulled muscles and other minor injuries. Remove the splint to wash underneath it or to check the injury.

Instructions

• 1

  Place the affected limb or appendage on a flat, stable surface.

• 2

  Remove the clasps, pins, tape or Velcro straps slowly.

• 3

  Remove the splint. If an injured body part, such as a leg, needs to be moved, carefully lift it away from the splint.