Moldable splint
MusculoskeletalA foam-and-aluminum splint that bends to fit and immobilize a limb.
- Approx. cost
- $12–$30
- Weight
- 4–7 oz
- Used in
- 4 kits
Purpose
Stabilize a suspected fracture or serious sprain for evacuation.
Used in kits
- Mountain Hiking First Aid Kit
First Aid
- Hunting Camp First Aid Kit
First Aid
- Volunteer EMS Response Bag
Professional & Field Ops
- Search and Rescue Field Team Kit
Professional & Field Ops
Alternatives
- Improvised splint (sticks, pad)— Works with practice; slower and less reliable.
Maintenance notes
- Re-roll for storage; it reuses many times if uncreased.
Buying considerations
- One 36" splint covers most limbs when folded for rigidity.
- Pair it with wraps or tape to hold it in place.
⚠️ Safety notes
- Splint an injury in the position found and check circulation past the splint — this is a skill best learned in a wilderness first aid course.
Page history & editing
Revision status: approved Last edited 2026-07-01 by human editor