Splinters occur when a small, thin fragment of wood or other material punctures the skin and becomes embedded. In most cases, it will be possible to remove the splinter at home. However, anyone attempting this should always wash their hands and any equipment they will use first. If the area becomes infected, it may be necessary to see a doctor.
In this article, we cover simple methods to remove a splinter and explain when a person should seek medical attention.
Tweezers
Most people with a small, easy-to-access splinter will use tweezers to remove it. Tweezers make it possible to pinch the splinter and pull it out.
This method involves:
- disinfecting the tweezers with rubbing alcohol
- pinching the end of the it between the tweezer’s arms
- pulling the splinter out gently and slowly
Duct tape
This method is often painless. Duct tape is a very strong tape that can help remove a deeper splinter.
A person can use duct tape to remove a splinter by:
- cleaning the area thoroughly
- applying duct tape to the splinter
- waiting about 30 minutes
- pulling the tape off
If this method does not work the first time, it is worth trying again.
Needle and tweezers
When it has fully punctured the skin, and no part of the material is visible, a person may be able to expose part of it using a needle. Once part of the it is exposed, they can then use the tweezers to remove it.
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