Hip problems with pale, white, blue, or cold skin
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Hip problems with pale, white, blue, or cold skin
A pale, white, blue, or cold leg or hip that occurs after a brace, cast, or splint has been applied may mean the splint is too tight. The blood supply to the leg may be decreased or cut off. If the splint is too tight:
- Loosen the splint but don't remove it.
- Elevate your leg.
- Call and discuss your symptoms with your health professional.
Prompt evaluation and treatment is important to restore blood flow and prevent severe complications.
Credits
| Author | Jan Nissl, RN, BS |
| Editor | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA |
| Associate Editor | Tracy Landauer |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine |
| Last Updated | September 20, 2008 |
| Last updated: | September 20, 2008 |
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| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS |
| Reviewed By: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine, H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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