Indications
1. Distal Radius Fracture (non-displaced)
2. Carpal Fractures (not Scaphoid or Trapezium)
Images
Technique
1. Application
  1. Cast from proximal Forearm to distal palmar crease (volar) and proximal to MCP joints (dorsal)
2. Position
  1. Wrist slightly extended
  2. Elbow and MCP joints are freely mobile

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