Forearm volar splint: Difference between revisions
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==Background== | ==Background== | ||
*Most add a dorsal splint for increased stability - ‘sandwich splint’ (B) | *Most add a dorsal splint for increased stability - ‘sandwich splint’ (B) | ||
*Not used for distal radius or ulnar | *Not used for distal radius or ulnar fracture - can still supinate and pronate | ||
==Indications== | ==Indications== | ||
Revision as of 01:16, 3 July 2016
Background
- Most add a dorsal splint for increased stability - ‘sandwich splint’ (B)
- Not used for distal radius or ulnar fracture - can still supinate and pronate
Indications
- Soft tissue hand / wrist injuries - sprain, carpal tunnel night splints, etc
- Most wrist fx, 2nd -5th metacarpal fx
