SLISHMAN SPLINT _TM

1. For proximal attachment, place handle against hip.  Align groin (or shoulder) strap with buckle resting anterior to thigh, and attach to free end of handle strap.

2. Attach free end of groin (or shoulder) strap to buckle of handle strap.  Align padding for maximal comfort, and consider covering in gauze or fabric to keep straps clean.

3. Attach ankle (or wrist) strap starting with buckle placed against inner ankle. Note the difference in orientation when attaching to right or left ankle.

4. Wind strap over splint tip and lock in basket slot.

• Each above step may be easily improvised using bandana, rope, shoelace, etc.
• Remove boot to monitor capillary refill and for neuro checks.
• Or leave boot if cold or for patient comfort.

5. Extend inner pole for coarse length adjustment. Then close Flicklock 1. Make sure before use that Flicklock screw is tight enough to prevent slippage.

6. Pull cord within handle for fine length adjustment and for traction application. Give patient the opportunity to adjust traction to maximize comfort. Once extended to desired length, close Flicklock 2. Again, make sure Flicklock screw is sufficiently tight.

7.  Once traction is applied cinch buckle along inner ankle to help balance torque on ankle.

8. Splint to other leg or backboard to stabilize,  and monitor neurovascular status closely.

The Slishman Splint works particularly well with the Evac-U-Splint or the box splint.

1. Apply ankle strap.

2. Apply groin strap.

3. Extend the middle pole from outer and lock in place for coarse adjustment.

4. Pull cord to apply traction and lock in place.