1 00:00:13,230 --> 00:00:26,829 The SAM splint. The intended users of SAM splints include emergency medical services, fire, police, search and rescue, sports, outdoor recreation, and industrial. 2 00:00:27,969 --> 00:00:38,170 The SAM splint is currently available in four lengths, 36 inches, 18 inches, 9 inches, and 3 3⁄4 inches. 3 00:00:39,030 --> 00:00:45,689 Splints come in four colors, orange and blue, gray, blue and gray, and olive drab green. 4 00:00:46,310 --> 00:00:48,149 Other colors may be available soon. 5 00:00:49,270 --> 00:00:52,710 Each splint is rolled or folded inside the package. 6 00:00:54,229 --> 00:00:58,009 There are many features and benefits to using a SAM splint. 7 00:00:58,229 --> 00:01:00,229 The SAM splint is universal. 8 00:01:00,789 --> 00:01:05,530 It can be used to splint any part of the body and is suitable for all ages. 9 00:01:07,879 --> 00:01:09,140 It is radiolucent. 10 00:01:09,140 --> 00:01:17,980 you can x-ray through it. It is foam padded for comfort. It is easily rolled or folded for 11 00:01:17,980 --> 00:01:25,400 storage. It is reusable, easily cleaned and disinfected with normal cleaning solutions. 12 00:01:26,859 --> 00:01:34,280 It is not affected by extremes of ambient temperature, hot or cold. SAM splints cut 13 00:01:34,280 --> 00:01:42,900 easily with regular scissors. Trauma shears are not required. General splinting safety tips for 14 00:01:42,900 --> 00:01:49,760 skin protection and patient comfort. Prevent pressure points by patting above and around 15 00:01:49,760 --> 00:01:57,799 all bony prominences. When anticipating prolonged use, such as hours, prevent moisture accumulation 16 00:01:57,799 --> 00:02:06,099 and skin damage by covering the splint or skin with absorbent fabric. If you cut the splint 17 00:02:06,099 --> 00:02:11,560 and expose the metal core, prevent sharp edges by rolling over the cut end of the splint. 18 00:02:13,699 --> 00:02:18,639 The SAM splint is different from all other splints. It is extremely soft and flexible, 19 00:02:19,060 --> 00:02:26,620 and it gains strength when it is curved or bent. To add strength and rigidity to the SAM splint, 20 00:02:26,620 --> 00:02:35,139 you must learn to form three basic curves, the C-curve, the reverse C-curve, and the T-curve. 21 00:02:35,139 --> 00:02:37,539 The C-Curve 22 00:02:37,539 --> 00:02:43,270 To create the C-Curve, place both thumbs in the center of the splint. 23 00:02:43,830 --> 00:02:49,710 Using your thumbs as a brace, pull the edges of the splint toward you to create a shallow C-Curve. 24 00:02:50,169 --> 00:02:53,789 This curve immediately adds strength and rigidity to the splint. 25 00:02:53,789 --> 00:02:56,550 For greater strength, deepen the bend. 26 00:02:59,840 --> 00:03:01,099 The Reverse C-Curve 27 00:03:01,099 --> 00:03:06,289 First, form a C-Curve. 28 00:03:06,289 --> 00:03:13,650 Then add additional strength by bending the edges of the C-curved splint back in the reverse direction. 29 00:03:24,419 --> 00:03:25,340 The T-curve 30 00:03:25,340 --> 00:03:28,860 The T-curve adds exceptional strength to the splint. 31 00:03:29,659 --> 00:03:33,520 To create the T-curve, fold the outer edges of the splint together. 32 00:03:34,159 --> 00:03:40,099 Next, bend half of each side of the fold in the opposite direction to create a T-shaped beam. 33 00:03:40,099 --> 00:03:51,389 Always use the C-curve, reverse C-curve, and T-curve to add strength and rigidity to the SAM splint for all applications. 34 00:03:54,319 --> 00:03:58,360 The following are splinting techniques for the upper extremities and neck. 35 00:04:00,629 --> 00:04:03,289 Simple finger splint or fingertip guard. 36 00:04:04,389 --> 00:04:06,629 Finger splint in position of function. 37 00:04:08,229 --> 00:04:10,129 Thumb splint or thumb spica. 38 00:04:11,409 --> 00:04:13,229 Short arm wrist splint. 39 00:04:13,229 --> 00:04:16,209 Ulnar Gutter Splint 40 00:04:16,209 --> 00:04:19,310 Double Layer Wrist Splint 41 00:04:19,310 --> 00:04:22,230 Sugar Tongue Splint 42 00:04:22,230 --> 00:04:25,310 T-Beam Wrist Splint 43 00:04:25,310 --> 00:04:28,709 Dislocated Elbow Splint 44 00:04:28,709 --> 00:04:32,889 Upper Arm or Humeral Shaft Splint 45 00:04:32,889 --> 00:04:35,769 Adjustable C-Collar 46 00:04:35,769 --> 00:04:41,600 Here are the splinting techniques for the lower extremities. 47 00:04:43,480 --> 00:04:44,240 Ankle Stirrup 48 00:04:44,240 --> 00:04:46,959 Figure of 8 49 00:04:46,959 --> 00:04:51,439 Combination Ankle Stirrup and Figure of 8 50 00:04:51,439 --> 00:04:54,819 Single Long Leg Splint 51 00:04:54,819 --> 00:04:57,980 Double Long Leg Splint 52 00:04:57,980 --> 00:05:01,259 and Knee Immobilizer 53 00:05:01,259 --> 00:05:09,750 The SAM Splint is an effective, lightweight, and versatile splint for all emergency medical situations.