Finger splint: Difference between revisions
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*[[Phalangeal finger fracture|Phalangeal fracture]] | *[[Phalangeal finger fracture|Phalangeal fracture]] | ||
**Gutter splints probably better for proximal fractures | **Gutter splints probably better for proximal fractures | ||
*Tendon repair | |||
==Procedure== | ==Procedure== | ||
[[File:Finger splint.jpg|thumb|Dorsal finger splint example]] | [[File:Finger splint.jpg|thumb|Dorsal finger splint example]] | ||
[[File:Dorsal Volar Finger Splint.gif|thumb|Volar splint example]] | [[File:Dorsal Volar Finger Splint.gif|thumb|Volar splint example]] | ||
*Assess pre-procedure neurovascular status (i.e., distal pulse, motor, and sensation | |||
*Assess pulse | *Apply splint and secure to finger at multiple points (e.g. with tape) | ||
*Apply splint and secure to finger at multiple points (e.g. with tape) | **Avoid placing securing straps over joints | ||
* | *Re-check and document repeat neurovascular status | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
*[[Splinting]] | *[[Splinting]] | ||
*[[Buddy tape splint]] | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
Latest revision as of 21:05, 13 September 2023
Background
- Multiple types of finger splint exists
- This page shows general splint - certain fractures or injuries may require an alternative splint technique
Indications
- Phalangeal fracture
- Gutter splints probably better for proximal fractures
- Tendon repair
Procedure
- Assess pre-procedure neurovascular status (i.e., distal pulse, motor, and sensation
- Apply splint and secure to finger at multiple points (e.g. with tape)
- Avoid placing securing straps over joints
- Re-check and document repeat neurovascular status