Instructions for making the long thumb splint with Woodcast 4in1
Video
Steps
- Apply first stockinette
- Apply a stockinette for the thumb
- Apply AirPadding over the wrist
- Apply AirPadding or Edging tape as shown
- Apply second stockinette for the thumb
- Apply second stockinette for the arm
- Open the vents of a heated splint
- Position the splint on the radial aspect
- Wrap the splint around the thumb
- Stretch the splint around the wrist
- Fold the thumb stockinette over the edges
- Cut the stockinettes and fold over the edges
- Secure the splint with cohesive bandage
- Finally check position & fit
