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taping of the ankle. Recommended tape width is 11/2 inches. Note that in taping an ankle the tape is extended on the foot to the base of the toes, both on the sole and top, to prevent swelling of the foot and cutting of the sole by the tape. Dislocations should be considered fractures until proved otherwise; splint the same as simple fractures. If a shoulder is dislocated by a victim who knows the injury is recurrent, the dislocation may be reduced as follows: place the injured man in a horizontal position on a ledge so that his arm can hang down and free below him. Tie a weight of about ten pounds to the arm. In 30—45 minutes the shoulder muscles should tire enough to permit the dislocation to reduce itself. If not, treat as a simple fracture and seek medical aid as soon as possible. A Velpeau bandage is recommended to immobilize a dislocation of the shoulder. |
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