Thomas Splint
The innovative Thomas Splint system has revolutionised the conservative management of femoral shift fractures, so much so, that the splint was recognised at the Growing Business Awards where it was awarded Product of the Year 2004, for innovation and its 'contribution to society'
With a new user friendly system each Thomas Splint is adjustable and is supplied with a complete range of hoop sizes making the splint totally universal and minimising stock holding
Features and Benefits
- Easy to use and apply whilst maintaining maximum patient comfort
- Adjustable length achieved with a simple push button mechanism
- Lower limb measurements in both cms and inches clearly indicated on the side arms of the splint
- Manufactured from strong, durable stainless steel
- Universal - each splint fits left and right
- Interchangable thigh hoops, available in six sizes with disposable hoop covers
- Splints available in to sizes - paediatric and adult
- Reduces risk of cross infection due to 'clean wash' hoops and autoclave splints
- Available as a starter kit and individual components (sold separately)
Thomas Splint instructional video
Individual chapters
- Chapter 1: Measurement
- Chapter 2: Selection
- Chapter 3: Assembly
- Chapter 4: Dressing the Thomas Splint
- Chapter 5: Applying the non-adhesive skin traction kit
- Chapter 6: Applying the adhesive skin traction kit
- Chapter 7: Applying the Thomas Splint
- Chapter 8: Pearson attachment
- Chapter 9: Swinging the Splint
- Chapter 10: Care and Clean instructions
- Chapter 11: Summary
Instructions
Thomas Splint - Instructions for use
Thomas Splint - cleaning instructions