Types of Splints for Fractures and Joint Injuries

Exploring different types of splints for finger, thumb, and arm fractures. Learn how to apply medical splints and create homemade versions for support.

A Splint for a Humerus Fracture

The humerus is the long bone located between the elbow and the shoulder joints in the upper arm. The humerus is made up of three different anatomic parts: the proximal humerus, the shaft and the distal humerus. The proximal humerus is part of the shoulder joint, and the distal humerus is part of the elbow joint.

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