Please note when used as a radial gutter splint please choose opposite hand.
Left radial gutter splint.
The radial gutter splint provides both volar and dorsal splint immobilization of these metacarpal injuries.
Use plaster that is 3 4 in.
Cut out a 3 or 4 inch splint material to the length necessary to immobilize the wrist and mcp joint.
This video explains how to apply a radial gutter splint correctly.
Padded stays are malleable.
Wrist should be placed in slight extension approximately 20 and mcp should be flexed 70 90 degrees with the dip and pip in slight flexion.
For an average sized adult a radial gutter splint should be eight to 10 layers thick.
Ace wraps reassess distal pulse motor and sensation.
Maintain position until splint material has hardened and secure splint to arm e g.
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This splint immobilizes finger metacarpal neck and shaft fractures on the hand s side ne.
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Universal sizing specify right or left.
Reversible can be used as a radial gutter splint.
Splint runs from radial forearm to beyond dip of index finger with thumb free.
Insert a dry gauze or cotton material between the 2nd and 3rd fingers.