Image based Question-66553

Identify the orthopaedic splint as shown in the picture below ?

A. Thumb spica cast.

B. Ulnar gutter cast.

C. Long arm posterior cast.

D. None of the above.

Correct Answer » A Explanation

The splint shown in the picture above represents Thumb spica cast.

THUMB SPICA CAST

Common Uses. Suspected or nondisplaced, distal fractures of the scaphoid; nonangulated, nondisplaced, extraarticular fractures of the base of the first metacarpal.

Application. The cast uses the same position of function as  for a thumb spica splint, but requires circumferential application of casting materials.