SLISHMAN SPLINT _TM

4 different products are available.

A. Traction splint (with pulley).

 

B. Splint (without pulley).

Dimensionally, these are the same as our traction splints, but with no traction mechanism.  The handle straps are also fastened to the splints differently.  These splints are ~4 grams lighter than the traction splints with pulley.
 

C. Strap Sets.

 Ankle strap for femoral traction also serves as wrist strap for shoulder reduction.
 Groin strap for femoral traction serves as shoulder strap for shoulder reduction.

4. Femur-only traction splint.

Sales guidance

The following may help you or your customers to make logical purchases based on intended field of use.

1.  Ski patrollers

Ski pole splints with and without pulley plus straps would be the most logical choice.  This group of customers will likely ski or hike with the products.

2.  EMS crews

The femur-only splint is designed specifically for the EMS market. 2 splints per ambulance would be prudent to prepare for patients with bilateral fractures. But for EMS crews with space or budgetary constraints, 1 splint per ambulance would suffice. For the rare bilateral femur fracture situation, simply tie the other fractured leg to the one that has been splinted.

3.  In-hospital providers

The femur-only splint could be used in hospital as well for more prolonged traction maintenance, perhaps while ruling out other injuries in the CT scanner or X-ray, or while waiting for operating room time.  Removing a well placed traction splint only to wrap the leg in plaster for a short time between the trauma room and the operating room can be particularly cruel.

4.  Frequent shoulder dislocators

Some patients who frequently dislocate their shoulders may be interested in owning the ski pole splint and a set of straps to reduce dislocations at in the comfort of home.

5.  Hikers, expedition leaders, back-country skiers

Hiking with walking poles or ski poles adds comfort and safety to the expedition. Not only is the splint helpful for femur fractures or dislocated shoulders, it is is also handy for patients with sprained knees or ankles to help them hobble home to safety.