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Multipurpose splints made of thermo-setting plastics that are designed to be conformed to the appropriate shape (i.e., molded) at the point of care site. These splints typically consist of a thin thermoplastic splint sheet that can be manually cut and molded using a heat source (e.g., warm water) to the necessary shape according to the body part and the needs of the patient. Moldable plastic splint orthoses are intended mainly for emergency treatment of patients suffering fractures, sprains, dislocations, and/or other injuries of the limbs, neck, and/or other body parts.
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