Hand Based Ulnar Gutter Splint Pattern

The following video demonstrates how to set an ulnar gutter splint.

Hand based ulnar gutter splint pattern.

An ulnar gutter splint or boxer splint extends from the proximal forearm to distal interphalangeal joints on the ulnar aspect of fingers wrist and forearm. The ulnar gutter portion of the hand based ulnar gutter brace allows the caregiver to achieve greater than 70 of flexion at the mcp joints of the 4th and 5th digits. This splint usually extends from the upper part of the forearm to. Imagine the patient holding a glass in his hand.

It requires a high degree of specialization obtained through continuing education and experience. A pattern may be made of the extremity from a pa per towel and that paper pattern is traced onto the mate rial. Ulnar gutter splints are made from a hard material that forms to the outer part pinky side of the arm wrist hand and fingers. Hand therapy this is a type of rehabilitation performed by occupational and physical therapists on patients with conditions affecting their hands and upper extremities.

The hand based ulnar gutter brace is used to stabilize fractures to the 4th and or 5th metacarpals or phalanges. Fracture of the fourth or fifth metacarpal and injuries to the fourth and f. Splinting common static splints tip protector splint used for distal finger injuries for protection and support. Hand therapists utilize thermoplastic splints to.

Orthosis also called splint is a device which is commonly used in the treatment for hand injuries. Guide normal movement pattern to maximize hand function. Use broad based pressure to mold the plaster. This molded orthosis is designed to provide fit and support.

Distal buddy strapping eliminates rotation of the finger. Immobilize align or protect the affected joints to promote proper healing. 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. Stretch shortened soft tissue ligament tendon or scar tissue to reduce stiffness or tightness.

Treatments can be preventative centered on the management of acute or chronic pain or involve sensory re education after nerve. The plaster is typically molded by using the palmar surface of the and not fingertips.