Technical index:
The Rib Splint is a revolutionary device used for the treatment of rib fractures.
Mechanism of Action
After a rib fracture, any coughing, taking a deep breath or changing body position may cause the movement of the broken rib,
which may result in a secondary injury and increase the pain.
Rapfit Medical Rib Splint is designed to limit the mobility of the injured body part to the minimum to avoid the secondary injury.
Because of the splint’s stiffness, a rigid plate structure is formed between the broken ends and the surrounding ribs by using the Rapfit rib splint. Without restricting the thorax movement, the splint limits the mobility of the fractured rib ends caused by breathing or coughing.
Therefore, the secondary injury won’t occur and the pain will be greatly relieved immediately.
Moreover, it improves the recovery of respiratory function and reduces the risk of pneumonia.
Main Structure
This product consists of thermoplastic plates, cushioning pad, fixing adhesive layer(Medical Tape), Heat-conducting sealing bag, fixing film, and heating reagent et
Features
The main component of this product is Nano high polymer material, with the newest structure, extremely lightweight.
It perfectly fit human body shape and is with the good fixation for the fractured part.
The product is covered by low- allergic material, skin-friendly, breathable, safe and reliable.
It is softened by heating reagents, which is convenient for a medical staff's operation.
Application
Simple Rib Fracture and Chest Soft Tissue Bruise
Usage:
Put the product sealing bag in the plastic box where the heating reagent is put.
Put the water in specified amount into the plastic box.
Cover the box with the lid and wait for the splint to completely soften.
Take out the sealing bag and wipe it up, then take the product from it.
When the product is not hot, remove the internal release paper.
Tear off the internal release paper when the product is not hot.
Remove the skin oil with ethyl alcohol for better adhesion.
Stick the softened splint on the fractured area.
Make sure that the direction marked with an arrow on the product is the same as that of the rib.
Stick the external adhesive tape and Tear off the release paper on the external adhesive tape.
To strengthen the fixed function of the product, press the adhesive tape on the splint and its surrounding skin.
Press the adhesive tape evenly on the splint and its surrounding skin.
The operation will be completed after the product is solidified
Contraindications
Not for open wound fracture
Precautions
Clean the skins surround the fracture area with ethyl alcohol before using the splint. During the use period, do stop using it immediately if there is an allergy. The patient shall not remove the external protective adhesive layer of the fixation. The patient cannot take part in strenuous activities. When using the heating reagent to heat the product, do follow the procedure and method strictly to avoid scalding.
Complications
Little skin allergy occurs after wearing the splint.
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