Hare Traction Splint

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Procedure• Rescuer Two should then prepare thetraction splint.– Measure and adjust the hare against the goodleg. The injured leg will be shorter if fracturedand the will cause the bones to overlap due tothe strength of the muscle.– The hare should extend from the top of thepelvis to several inches below the heel.
Measurement• Place the ischial pad next to the iliac crest.• Adjust the splint to length, extending thesplint so that the bend is even with the heelof the foot.• Tighten the locking collars• Open and place the velcro straps along thesplint where indicated.
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