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2. Boxer's fracture - Wikipedia

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   For most fractures with less than 70 degrees of angulation, buddy taping and a tensor bandage resulted in similar outcomes to reduction with splinting. [4] In those with more than 70 degrees of angulation or in which the broken finger is rotated, reduction and splinting may be recommended. [3] They represent about a fifth of hand fractures. [4]

3. Splint (medicine) - Wikipedia

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   Capener finger splint. By the emergency medical services or by volunteer first responders, to temporarily immobilize a fractured limb before transportation;; By allied health professionals such as occupational therapists, physiotherapists and orthotists, to immobilize an articulation (e.g. the knee) that can be freed while not standing (e.g. during sleep);

4. Traction splint - Wikipedia

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   The use of traction splints to treat complete long bone fractures of the femur is common in prehospital care. Evidence to support their usage, however, is poor. [1] A dynamic traction splint has also been developed for intra-articular fractures of the phalanges of the hand. [citation needed]

5. 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 ...

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   Featol Wrist Brace with Wrist Splint. $20 at Amazon. Best for sprains ... Wrist sprains or fractures will likely require all-day bracing. Those with carpal tunnel, on the other hand, may choose to ...

7. Broken finger - Wikipedia

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   A broken finger may or may not require surgery. In simple cases, the bone may be put back in place and the finger may then be put in a splint, or strapped to another finger ("buddy taping"). [3] If the wrap that splints the finger is too tight, there is a risk of compartment syndrome. If the finger is numb, tingling, more painful, more swollen ...