Softshell-SAM-Schiene – 15 Zoll

What is different about the Soft Shell SAM Splint compared to the standard SAM Splint II?

The Soft Shell SAM Splint features a brushed terrycloth fabric cover instead of standard closed-cell foam and uses 'O' temper (softer) aluminum, making it easier to mold and more comfortable for extended wear. It is sized at 15 inches — optimized for wrist, hand, and forearm use — rather than the 36-inch military splint format. The Soft Shell is preferred for patients who will wear the splint for extended periods during transport.

What injuries is the Soft Shell SAM Splint 15" best suited for?

The 15-inch Soft Shell SAM Splint is designed for wrist fractures, carpal injuries, forearm contusions, sprains, and minimally displaced distal radius fractures. Its 4.25-inch width provides appropriate coverage for adult wrist and forearm anatomy, and it can be trimmed for pediatric use.

Is the Soft Shell SAM Splint washable and reusable?

Yes. The terrycloth fabric cover is washable, and the splint can be remolded and reused multiple times. In clinical settings where infection control is managed, the washability of the cover makes the Soft Shell SAM Splint suitable for repeated use after appropriate laundering.

Can the Soft Shell SAM Splint be used in field or tactical settings?

Yes. Despite its 'soft shell' designation, the Soft Shell SAM Splint uses the same C-Curve™ aluminum-core structural principle as the standard SAM Splint II. When properly shaped, it provides reliable immobilization in field environments. Its lighter weight and smaller profile make it an appropriate addition to medical aid bags and individual first aid kits focused on upper extremity injury management.

Does the Soft Shell SAM Splint 15" have firm and extra-firm sections?

Yes. The Soft Shell SAM Splint features graduated stiffness — firm and extra-firm ends allow the provider to orient the splint so the stiffest section reinforces the fracture or injury site while the more flexible end adapts to adjacent anatomy. This engineering feature is unique to the Soft Shell design and provides additional immobilization control during application.