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The Splint Staying on the Limb is Not a Condition

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Question
Is it required for the splint to stay on the limb by itself?
Answer

I say, with Allah's guidance: It is not required for the splint to stay on the limb by itself, unlike the leather sock, where it is required. See: Al-Hadiya Al-Alaiya p.42-43, and Nihayat Al-Murad p.400, and Allah knows best.

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