A splint is a device that supports and protects a broken bone or injured tissue. Also known as a brace or an orthosis, it helps reduce pain and promote healing by keeping the injured part of your body ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A splint may work just as well as a cast in helping children with non-severe wrist fractures heal, a study published Tuesday suggests. The findings, researchers say, should ...

People with conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, and arthritis can get extra support by using a wrist brace. Wrist braces help keep the wrist in a neutral position to aid recovery.

The results of a randomized controlled trial show that the use of a splint was as effective as a cast for recovering physical function in children with wrist fractures. For their study, Kathy Boutis, ...