For any finger problem it is always important to prioritize edema control.
Finger gutter splint purpose.
This splint gets its name because these fingers are.
Custom fabricated ulna gutter intrinsic position splint pip dip joints of finger included purpose.
Fracture proximal middle phalanx of finger.
Length of splint is longer for proximal and middle phalanx fracture towards the finger tip.
Used for the following conditions.
Radial gutter splints are used for fractures and severe sprains to the second and third metacarpals and phalanges pointer and middle fingers.
Immobilize wrist and finger for proximal middle phalanx fractures.
An ulnar gutter splint is a flexible splint that is used to support stabilize and immobilize dislocations and fractures of the hands fingers or wrists.
Examples of this would be the use of self adherent compressive wrap under the splint or to secure the splint on the finger.
After an injury to the hands fingers or wrists immobilization by splinting or casting is necessary in order to allow the bones and tissues to heal properly.
Gutter finger splint set for finger fractures wounds post operative care and pain relief malleable metallic hand splint finger support 40 pcs.