Radial Gutter Brace

Other Names

Radial Gutter Brace

• Radial Gutter Brace
• Radial Gutter Splint
• Radial Hand Brace
• Second and Third Metacarpal Brace
• 2nd–3rd Metacarpal Splint
• Radial Gutter Orthosis
• Radial Hand Splint

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Indications

• Wrist Tendinopathies of the 2nd/3rd digit
• 2nd or 3rd proximal and middle phalanx fractures
  • Nondisplaced, nonrotated
• 2nd or 3rd metacarpal fractures
  • Nondisplaced fractures of the head, neck, and shaft
  • Without significant angulation or rotation
• Nondisplaced Distal Radius Fracture
• Soft tissue injuries in the same distribution
• Radial-sided hand injuries

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Description

• Orthopedic brace designed to immobilize the radial side of the hand and wrist.
• Stabilizes the index and middle fingers along with their metacarpals.
• Limits motion to allow proper healing of fractures and soft tissue injuries.
• Typically constructed with rigid supports, padding, and adjustable straps.

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Evidence

• Needs to be updated

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See Also

• Medical Equipment Main
• Wrist Pain Main

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