Splinter Splinters Chapter 12. Skin Conditions Splinters are pieces of wood, glass, metal, or other matter that get caught under the skin.
Splinters tend to hurt if they are stuck deep under the skin.
Those near the top of the skin are usually painless. Clean up all broken glass and metal shavings around the house. Be careful when you handle broken glass. Wear hard-soled shoes when glass has been broken. Wear work gloves when you handle plants with thorns, sharp tips, or spines.