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Veterinary Splinting Guide

A practical overview of the heat-form-cool-fit process for thermoplastic splinting.

The four-step process at a glance

Step 1

Heat

Heat the sheet in ~70 °C water until pliable.

Step 2

Form

Mold the softened sheet to the limb.

Step 3

Cool

Hold in place as it hardens.

Step 4

Fit & Adjust

Secure, then reheat to refine the fit.

Heating the thermoplastic splint sheet Forming the softened thermoplastic splint Molding the thermoplastic splint to the limb Cooling and setting the thermoplastic splint

How to Mold a Thermoplastic Splint → How to Choose a Veterinary Splint → Thermoplastic vs Conventional Splinting →

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