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Saving Limbs, Saving Lives: A Workshop on Fracture Handling

November 4

The First Aid Force Club of the School of Paramedical and Allied Health Care Sciences organized a hands-on workshop titled “Basic Fracture Handling and Sling Application – Sling & Save” on 4th November 2025. The session was held from 11:00 PM to 12:00 PM at Mini Auditorium and aimed to equip students with essential first-aid skills for handling fractures and applying slings during emergencies.

The workshop was designed to help students understand how to respond quickly and safely when someone suffers a fracture. It focused on teaching simple but life-saving techniques such as immobilizing the injured area, supporting the limb, and applying the right type of sling. These skills are especially important in situations like road accidents, falls, or workplace injuries, where immediate care can make a big difference in reducing pain and preventing further harm.

Ms. M. Mohana Priya, Assistant Professor and Convener of the First Aid Force Club, coordinated the event and guided the session. A total of 52 students from the Department of Allied Health Sciences actively participated. They showed great enthusiasm and involvement throughout the workshop, especially during the practical demonstrations and case-based discussions.

During the session, students were introduced to different types of fractures—simple, compound, and suspected joint dislocations. They were given real-life scenarios and asked to identify the type of injury, choose the correct sling, and apply proper immobilization techniques. The coordinator demonstrated the use of arm slings, elevation slings, and triangular bandages. Under her supervision, students practiced these techniques, learning how to support limbs, use padding, and handle patients gently to avoid further damage.

The workshop helped students gain confidence in managing fracture emergencies. They appreciated the hands-on experience and said that the case-based learning made the concepts clearer and more practical.

At the end of the session, the organizers thanked all the participants for their active involvement and positive feedback. They expressed their happiness in seeing students engage with such dedication and hoped that the skills learned would empower them to make a real difference in emergency care.

The participants were deeply engaged in grasping the techniques shared by the presenters, recognizing how these approaches can enhance patient care.

 

As students are actively engaged in the session, the faculty member provides oversight and guidance on handling patients gently to avoid further damage through PowerPoint presentation.

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  • Date: November 4