Vacuum splint
Vacuum Splint
A Vacum Splint (pronounced: /ˈvakyo͞om/ /splint/) is a type of medical device used in emergency medicine and orthopedics to immobilize body parts with suspected fractures or injuries.
Etymology
The term "Vacuum Splint" is derived from the Latin word "vacuus" meaning "empty" and the Old English word "splint" which means "thin piece of wood". The device uses a vacuum to remove air, creating a rigid structure around the injured body part.
Usage
A Vacuum Splint is typically used in pre-hospital care settings by paramedics and emergency medical technicians. It is designed to conform to the shape of the injured body part, providing support and immobilization. This helps to prevent further injury during transport to a medical facility.
Related Terms
- Splint: A general term for a device used to support and immobilize a body part.
- Orthopedic cast: A shell, frequently made from plaster, encasing a limb to stabilize and hold anatomical structures in place.
- Traction splint: A type of splint used specifically for fractures of the femur.
- Air splint: A type of splint that uses air pressure to immobilize an injured body part.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vacuum splint
- Wikipedia's article - Vacuum splint
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