AAOE Casting, Splinting and Soft Goods Program-Splinting

Splinting - Posterior Long Arm Splint

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Video Summary

The video demonstrates how to apply a long arm splint, using two sizes of stockinette and cast padding. The process involves wrapping the cast padding from the fingertips to the shoulder, securing it with gauze or padding. The fiberglass splint is then placed on the lateral side of the arm, wrapped around to the back, and folded over for added strength. The splint is cut at the bend of the elbow and wrapped with another layer of padding or gauze. The stockinette is brought down, slits are made in the padding and stockinette at the hand, and the splint is finished off with elastic wrap or a cling bridge.

Keywords

long arm splint

stockinette

cast padding

fiberglass splint

gauze