Extensor tendon mobilization – zone 5 & 6
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Objective
Early passive mobilization of the extensor tendons.
Indications
Post-surgical tendon suture.
Fabrication steps
Recommended products
Thicknesses mm (inches)
1,6 mm (1/16")
2,0 mm (1/12")
2,5 mm (3/32")
3,2 mm (1/8")
Perforations
Non Perforated
Mini Perforated
Maxi Perforated
Micro Perforated
Micro Plus Perforated
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1.
Pull the patient’s hand through the slit of the splint to right over the MCP joints.
2.
Mould the palmar resting plate for the fingers.
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3.
Fold the lateral wings upwards. Press so that they stick.
4.
Position the fingers (e.g. 30° flexion) and the wrist (e.g. 30° extension).
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5.
Attach the necessary number of Orfitubes, and make the finger loops and elastics
as described in the introduction.
Finishing and fixation straps:
- Leave sufficient room between the back of the hand and the splint.
- Fit a broad fixation strap proximally under the forearm.