Double sugar tong splint
Background
- Better for most distal forearm and elbow fracture because limits flex/extension and pronation / supination
Indications
- Elbow and forearm fracture - prox/mid/distal radius and ulnar fracture.
Procedure
- Assess distal pulse, motor, and sensation
- Apply padding and splint material (e.g. Ortho-glass) as shown
- Wrist should be maintained in slight extension (approximately 20°)
- Maintain position until splint hardens and secure to arm (e.g. with ace wraps)
- Reassess distal pulse, motor, and sensation