Use plaster that is 3 4 in.
Left radial gutter splint.
Insert a dry gauze or cotton material between the 2nd and 3rd fingers.
After counting the layers measure the plaster from the second.
For an average sized adult a radial gutter splint should be eight to 10 layers thick.
Universal sizing specify right or left.
Padded stays are malleable.
This splint immobilizes finger metacarpal neck and shaft fractures on the hand s side ne.
Ace wraps reassess distal pulse motor and sensation.
Please note when used as a radial gutter splint please choose opposite hand.
Bisect the splint longitudinally from the fingertips to the wrist.
Indications the hely weber tko the knuckle orthosis is useful in treating the following boxers fracture.
Radial gutter splints are used for fractures and severe sprains to the second and third metacarpals and phalanges pointer and middle fingers.
The radial gutter splint provides both volar and dorsal splint immobilization of these metacarpal injuries.
Cut out a 3 or 4 inch splint material to the length necessary to immobilize the wrist and mcp joint.
This splint gets its name because these fingers are.
Splint runs from radial forearm to beyond dip of index finger with thumb free.
Maintain position until splint material has hardened and secure splint to arm e g.