How to make a splint


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Hand splint - series
Hand splint - series
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Splint - instructions


Prevention

Safety is the best way to avoid broken bones caused by falling. Some diseases make bones break easier, so extreme caution should be used when assisting a person with fragile bones. Avoid activities that strain the muscles or bones for long periods of time as these can cause fatigue and falls.



Review Date: 08/08/2005
Reviewed By: Kevin B. Freedman, MD, MSCe, Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Specialists, Bryn Mawr, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.


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