1. Football: Dislocated Shoulder
• Scenario: During a hard tackle, a football player dislocates their shoulder.
• Response: The athletic trainer swiftly molds the EVAC-U-SPLINT® around the injured shoulder, evacuates the air using the quick-connect MaxiValve™, and stabilizes the joint. The player can be safely transported off the field without exacerbating the injury.
2. Soccer: Angulated Wrist Fracture
• Scenario: A soccer player falls awkwardly, resulting in an angulated wrist fracture.
• Response: The athletic trainer applies the EVAC-U-SPLINT® to immobilize the wrist, ensuring proper alignment. The splint’s anatomical design conforms to the body, providing comfort and support during transport.
3. Baseball: Leg Fracture
• Scenario: A baseball outfielder collides with the outfield wall, sustaining a leg fracture.
• Response: The EVAC-U-SPLINT® is expertly shaped around the injured leg, minimizing movement and reducing the risk of further damage. The player can be safely moved off the field.
4. Hockey: Knee Injury
• Scenario: A hockey player takes a hard hit to the knee, causing pain and swelling.
• Response: The athletic trainer promptly applies the EVAC-U-SPLINT® to stabilize the knee joint. The splint’s vacuum technology reduces the risk of nerve and tissue damage, ensuring optimal care.
5. Lacrosse: Pediatric Immobilization
• Scenario: A young lacrosse player sustains a wrist injury during practice.
• Response: The EVAC-U-SPLINT® is customized to fit the child’s wrist, providing secure immobilization. The pediatric athlete can be transported comfortably to receive medical attention.
Features That Make EVAC-U-SPLINT® Stand Out:
Quick and Easy Application: In high-pressure sports situations, time matters. The EVAC-U-SPLINT® streamlines splinting, allowing immediate care.
Durability: Designed for the demands of sports environments, this splint won’t let you down during critical moments.
Custom Fit: Its shape adapts to the patient, ensuring optimal immobilization without compromising comfort.
Innovative Valve System: No need for a pump—just evacuate the air effortlessly.
Cost-Effective: Versatile and reusable, making it a valuable addition to any sports medical kit.
Remember, the EVAC-U-SPLINT® is limited only by your creativity. As an athletic trainer, you’ll appreciate its reliability and effectiveness on and off the field!
Hartwell Medical EVAC-U-SPLINT® provides a schools and athletics solution for almost every conceivable splinting situation, from dislocated shoulders to angulated wrist fractures. The number of options for the EVAC-U-SPLINT is limited only by the athletic trainer’s or team doctor’s creativity. The Made in the USA, the EVAC-U-SPLINT is a long-lasting, incredibly durable design. Learn More