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How to Splint a Foot

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Updated December 31, 2006

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Pad the Splint
Cardboard splint with towel

Pad the splint with a towel or sweatshirt

© Rod Brouhard
Place a towel over the splint to pad the cardboard. Padding takes up space around the injured foot and provides support.
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