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Finger gutter splint purpose.
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An ulnar gutter splint typically extends along the ulna bone the bone on the pinkie finger s side of the forearm partially covering the arm from just below the elbow to the palm or pinkie.
Splinting common static splints tip protector splint used for distal finger injuries for protection and support.
Its primary purpose is to keep the finger immobile and prevent it from bending.
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Dip extension splint used for distal finger injuries for protection and support percutaneous pinning at distal finger dip hyperextension splint mallet fingers ulnar radial gutter splint used for fractures of the hand.
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Starts at mid forearm runs along ulnar aspect of forearm to just beyond the dip joint.
Gauze is one item used when applying a ulnar gutter splint.
The primary purpose of a splint is to serve as a temporary bridge for nonemergency injuries to bones until definitive casting can be performed by a consultant such as an orthopedic surgeon.
Splints are generally applied to decrease movement so as to provide support and comfort through stabilization of an injury.
Used for the following conditions.
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Custom fabricated ulna gutter intrinsic position splint pip dip joints of finger included purpose.
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Fracture proximal middle phalanx of finger.
Include the ring finger and small finger.
In addition it can help ease a finger back into motion after being stuck in a bent position due to arthritis surgery or other reasons manufactured finger splints are usually made of metal or plastic.
Length of splint is longer for proximal and middle phalanx fracture towards the finger tip.
Immobilize wrist and finger for proximal middle phalanx fractures.
Fractures and soft tissue injuries of the small finger or ring finger.
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