A severe fall in the deep backcountry that results in a shattered femur or broken tibia is one of the most terrifying, time-critical medical emergencies you can face! If the patient tries to move, the razor-sharp broken bone will easily sever a major artery, causing them to bleed to death entirely internally! You absolutely MUST immobilize the injury! By carrying lightweight, moldable aluminum SAM splints and wide elastic compression bandages, you can create a rigid, custom-fitted cast in the middle of the woods. For a broken femur, a mechanical traction splint is required to physically pull the leg apart and stop the massive thigh muscles from spasming! Does your hiking kit have orthopedic gear? 🦴🚑 #WildernessMedicine #FirstAidKit #SurvivalFirstAid