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How To Apply an Ulnar Gutter Splint
Warnings and Common Errors
Because these injuries often result from punching, make sure to check for a Lacerations over the MCP joint, which could be caused by striking a tooth ("fight bite" wound) and will require additional intervention, including more urgent orthopedic consultation and precautions against wound infection. Ensure padding and elastic wraps are not applied too tightly. Be sure to hold the MCP joint in 70 to 90°flexion as the splint dries to maintain appropriate immobilization. 