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If a person injures their arm or leg in the wilderness, or a long way from medical help, a makeshift splint of wood, bark and clothing can be applied to immobilise the joints of the injured limb. The splint should extend to the joints either end of the fracture, and be attached via a crepe bandage to the limb. Keep the person calm and warm. Seek medical help.