Sam Splints

Description

A trauma surgeon serving in Vietnam in 1968 observed a number of problems with available cardboard, wire ladder and air splints. They were bulky, lacked reusabilty and often caused more harm than good. Years later, while rolling a gum wrapper around his little finger, he got his idea for the Sam Splint. Today, the Sam Splint is one of the most popular emergency splints in the world, truly the standard for prehospital and wilderness care.

Acclaimed internationally, the Sam Splint is currently utilized by EMS, military, individuals, and groups around the globe, providing performance and reliability in every terrain and weather condition.

The Sam Splint is suited for both adults and children, and can immobilize almost any bone in the body, including the neck. It is easy to use, and comes with illustrated step-by-step instructions. The Sam Splint is lightweight, weighing only 4 oz(36″), and may be rolled or folded for easy storage in an emergency kit or backpack. Sam Splints require no extra equipment (other than an Ace type bandage) and will not puncture other gear. They are not affected by extreme temperature or altitude.

The Sam Splint is waterproof and easily cleaned and disinfected for reuse. It seems like the orthopedic surgeon/inventor thought of everything. The Sam Splint is easily used to immobilize broken bones and support sprains. You simply curve the Sam Splint lengthwise to give it strength, by curving the outside edges in the opposite direction. To make it even stronger, double the Sam Splint or create a “t-bend”.

Sam Splint is endorsed by the Wilderness Medicine Institute. The 36 inch splint weighs only 4 oz.