Rolyan Wrist and Thumb Spica Splint Pre-Cut Sampler Kit A

More On Pre-Cut Sampler Kit A

• Not in the presence of severe edema
• May not be recommended for the acute phase of wrist fractures
  
  

• This splint is to be fitted initially by a healthcare professional who is familiar with the purpose for which it is prescribe
• If unusual swelling, skin discoloration or discomfort occurs, use should be discontinued and a healthcare professional consulted
• Be careful that the straps are not so tight that they interfere with circulation
• After heating splinting material, always check its temperature before applying it to the patient
• When opening bag after heating material, avoid contact with hot vapors from bag
  
  

• The splint will lose its shape in temperatures over 135°F (57°C)
• It should be kept away from sources of heat such as ovens, hot water, open flames, and sunny car windows
• The splint can be cleaned with soap and lukewarm water and allowed to dry thoroughly before reapplication
  
  

• Splints made from AirThru material:
  
  • These splint blanks fit the right or left hand
  • The splint blank can be applied to either hand
  • Simply invert the splint blank
    
    
• Heat splint blank as follows:
  
  • Splint blanks made from AirThru material -Soften these splints, which are packaged in a heat-sealed plastic bag, in heat pan of water at a temperature of 160° to 170°F (70°-75°C) for approximately 2 to 3 minutes
  • Cut open bag between heat seal and pressure-sensitive strip
  • If reheating is necessary, return splint blank to bag, close pressure-sensitive seal completely, and heat
  • If possible, place patient's hand in supination to achieve a gravity-assisted position
  • Place splint blank in palm with the thumb piece over the radial side of the thumb
  • Wrap the thumb piece circumferentially around the proximal phalanx of the thumb 
  • Mold the splint to the forearm
    

• The thumb piece can be left free to accommodate fluctuation in edema or bonded to the splint base as follows:
  
  • If the splinting material is coated to prevent accidental bonding, remove the coating by scraping the surface or brushing it with an acetone material
  • The best bond can be achieved by dry heating the material (such as with a heat gun)
  • While still warm, place the pieces together carefully they will bond instantly
  • The splint can be trimmed and the edges flared if necessary
  • Apply appropriate straps
    

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