Indications
1. Scaphoid Fracture
2. First Metacarpal Fracture (non-angulated, non-displaced)
3. De Quervain Tenosynovitis
Images
Technique
1. Positions
  1. Thumb in position of function (holding can)
  2. Wrist extended to 20-25 degrees
  3. Forearm in neutral position
2. Splint
  1. Splint radial aspect of Forearm from proximal third of Forearm to thumb DIP joint

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