Difference between revisions of "Splint a Fractured Hand"

{{fa}}A fractured bone in the hand can be extremely painful, and the slightest movement can exacerbate the pain and possibly cause further injury. A splint serves to provide support to your injury, including the bones, tendons, tissues, and other ligaments. Splint a fractured hand as soon as possible after the injury, as this will help to keep broken bones immobilized and as straight as possible for healing. Splints can also help reduce pain by maintaining stability and reducing swelling. You can even make temporary hand splints out of everyday objects once you understand their purpose and application. However, a hand fracture in a makeshift splint should always be checked out by a medical professional as soon as possible to avoid additional damage.<ref name="rf1">http://www.aafp.org/afp/2009/0101/p23.html</ref>