How to splint a broken thumb - Apply a Thumb Spica Splint

Review step-by-step how to apply a Thumb Spica Splint with this video! BONUS - Get a FREE Splinting Guide PDF with these same step-by-step instructions: www.orthorefre...
How do I splint a 1st metacarpal (thumb metacarpal) fracture? This video will show you how! Thumb metacarpal (also could be described as "1st metacarpal") occur in a variety of fracture patterns and thumb spica non-removable splint (made from plaster or orthoglass) would provide excellent support!
Thumb spica #splint would also be indicated for distal radius fracture involving radial styloid, #scaphoid fracture, thumb CMC joint fracture/dislocation injuries, and thumb proximal phalanx fractures.
In this video you will learn:
1. The supplies you need to apply a thumb spica splint using a ready-made fiberglass splint though plaster would also be an option.
2. Positioning the patient for maximum comfort during splint application.
3. Step-by-step process to apply the splint with pearls and tips!
4. Rules and recommendations for a patient with a splint on.
Intended Audience: Physicians, NP, PA, residents, med students, NP and PA students working in Acute Care/Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine, Occupational Medicine, and Family Medicine.
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