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2. Buddy wrapping - Wikipedia

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   Buddy wrapping, also called neighbour strapping [1] or buddy taping, is the act of bandaging a damaged or particularly a fractured finger or toe together with a healthy, uninjured one. The bandage or medical tape is usually stiff, not allowing the digits to move; the healthy digit acts as a splint , keeping the damaged one in a natural position ...

3. Broken toe - Wikipedia

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   Draining is usually done if the injury is less than 24 hours old. Preserving the nail helps splint the broken toe. [3] Contaminated wounds are more serious; the wound should be kept clean. [10] Broken toes with open wounds, especially if there is necrosis, can lead to osteomyelitis. [3]

4. If Your Feet Hurt, Try These Podiatrist-Recommended Toe ... - AOL

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   “Toe separators are designed to stretch and align the toes of the feet,” adds Emily Splichal, D.P.M., a board-certified podiatrist. “Many people wear them at the end of the day but they can ...

5. Camptodactyly - Wikipedia

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   Splint for the left little (pinky) finger of a 7-year-old child. If a contracture is less than 30 degrees, it may not interfere with normal functioning. [7] The common treatment is splinting and occupational therapy. [12] Surgery is the last option for most cases as the result may not be satisfactory. [13]

6. Orthotics - Wikipedia

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   A pair of AFO (Ankle Foot Orthosis) braces being used to aid bilateral foot drop. Orthotics (Greek: Ορθός, romanized: ortho, lit. 'to straighten, to align') is a medical specialty that focuses on the design and application of orthoses, sometimes known as braces, calipers, or splints. [1]

7. The Best Ways to Treat and Prevent Shin Splints ... - AOL

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   We asked physical therapists for the best stretches to help to treat and prevent shin splints, also known as Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome.