What the purpose of splinting a fracture?

Answer 1

Splinting is an effective first aid tip that is adopted during a fracture. Apart from other first aid tips one can use splinting to help with the injured part of the body.

A splint is a long and firm object that can be used to protect and support the fractured area. Ready-made splints are available in the market. In emergencies, one can also use splints that are available in a household such as cardboard, pillow, aluminum, rolled up newspaper, etc.

A splint is thus a necessary method to prevent damage to the injured area until the patient can visit a doctor for further treatment.

While using a splint one must carefully notice the blood circulation on the injured area is not blocked. If so, there will be a color change and this can be noticed and taken care of.

Broad materials like cloth or belts can be used to secure the splint from any damage.

Ranka Hospital, Pune provides the best treatment for bone fractures.

Answer 2

I assume you mean splinting a fracture. Splinting holds the bones in proper position during transportation to prevent pain and further injury that the broken bone ends or pieces can cause to nerves, muscles, blood vessels. More permanent immobilization like casting or surgical fixation is then used until healing takes place.

Answer 3

All the above: To reduce pain, to prevent movement of the broken bone, to prevent further damage to muscles, nerves, and blood vessels