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2. Spica splint - Wikipedia

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   A spica splint is a type of orthopedic splint used to immobilize the thumb and/or wrist while allowing the other digits freedom to move. It is used to provide support for thumb injuries (ligament instability, sprain or muscle strain), gamekeeper's thumb, osteoarthritis, de Quervain's syndrome or fractures of the scaphoid, lunate, or first metacarpal. [1]

3. Ulnar collateral ligament injury of the thumb - Wikipedia

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   Gamekeeper's thumb and skier's thumb are two similar conditions, both of which involve insufficiency of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) of the thumb. The chief difference between these two conditions is that skier's thumb is generally considered to be an acute condition acquired after a fall or similar abduction injury to the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint of the thumb, whereas gamekeeper ...

4. Stener lesion - Wikipedia

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   Most gamekeeper's thumb injuries are treated by simply immobilizing the joint in a thumb spica splint or a modified wrist splint and allowing the ligament to heal. However, near total or total tears of the UCL may require surgery to achieve a satisfactory repair, especially if accompanied by a Stener lesion.

5. The 12 Best Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis, According to a ... - AOL

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   Zappos. Hokas are probably the first shoe that comes to mind when we think of orthopedic shoes—and with good reason. The Bondi 8s, in particular, help relieve heel impact with a memory foam ...

6. A Podiatrist Says These Running Shoes Can Relieve Plantar ...

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   Our editors, trainers, and podiatrists have been testing more than 30 running shoes for plantar fasciitis. The best brands from Hoka, Asics, and On combine comfort, support, and style.

7. The best shoes for plantar fasciitis in 2025 - AOL

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   Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the plantar fascia, a broad band of ligament-like tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot, from the ball of the foot down to the heel.