keywords: how to take care of the plastic splint, what should I do with it?

A plastic splint is useful in cases where you can't use a cast right away. They are typically used to stabilize the soft tissues of the body below the broken bones. But, they don't last forever. There are also other considerations that you need to make when using the thermoplastic splint.

It's always best to wash your hands with soap and water before handling your splint while it is still on your arm or leg. Once it has been removed, clean any residual dirt or bacteria off with disinfectant wipes or alcohol wipes. You should also avoid putting your splint back on too soon because this will cause irritation on the skin surface (which will result in more pain). It's important to keep an eye out for signs of infection like redness, swelling, pain, and warmth at...

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