Radial Gutter Splint Pattern

This trick of the trade in splint application demonstrates application of the radial gutter splint.

Radial gutter splint pattern.

Insert a dry gauze or cotton material between the 2nd and 3rd fingers. 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. Ortho glass as shown to radial aspect of forearm splint runs from radial forearm to beyond dip of index finger with thumb free 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 1. Orthosis also called splint is a device which is commonly used in the treatment for hand injuries.

The radial gutter splint provides both volar and dorsal splint immobilization of these metacarpal injuries. Guide normal movement pattern to maximize hand function. Immobilize align or protect the affected joints to promote proper healing. Stretch shortened soft tissue ligament tendon or scar tissue to reduce stiffness or tightness.

Radial gutter splints are made from the same hard material that is used for ulnar gutter splints. Bisect the splint longitudinally from the fingertips to the wrist. This type of splint is applied to the inner part thumb side of the arm and usually extends from. Splinting common static splints tip protector splint used for distal finger injuries for protection and support.

Apply padding and splint material e g.