AAOE Casting, Splinting and Soft Goods Program-Splinting

Splinting - Coaptation Splint

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Video Summary

The video demonstrates how to apply a coaptation splint for a patient with a humeral fracture. The process involves using a stockinette to cover the arm, wrapping the arm with cast padding, applying a fiberglass splint or plaster, cutting excess splint material, folding and securing the padding, and finally wrapping the splint with elastic bandages to hold it in place. The goal is to immobilize the arm and provide support for the fractured bone. It is important to listen to the patient's feedback during the process and ensure adequate padding for comfort and pressure distribution.

Keywords

coaptation splint

humeral fracture

stockinette

cast padding

fiberglass splint