Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . SAN DIEGO — Splints placed incorrectly after a visit to the ED can lead to swelling, skin irritation and poor ...

More than 90 percent of potential pediatric fractures are splinted improperly in emergency rooms and urgent care centers, which can lead to swelling and skin injuries, according to a study. More than ...

When a bodily injury occurs, one of two things can happen. You are going to need either a splint or a cast to help the injured area heal. The need for a sugar tong splint or a cast, however, is going ...

Background: Minimally angulated fractures of the distal radius are common in children and have excellent outcomes. We conducted a randomized controlled trial to determine whether the use of a ...

As a parent, you want to protect your child from getting hurt; however, avoiding bumps, bruises and broken bones isn't always possible. And while traditional fiberglass or plaster casts are an ...

A splint is a device that supports and protects a broken bone or injured tissue. Also known as a brace or an orthosis, it helps reduce pain and promote healing by keeping the injured part of your body ...