Rolyan PIP Ligament Repair Finger Splint

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Contraindications:

• Not in the presence of unstable fractures
   

Precautions:

• This splint is to be fitted initially by a healthcare professional who is familiar with the purpose for which it is prescribed
• The healthcare professional is responsible for providing wearing instructions and precautions to other healthcare practitioners, care providers involved in the patients care, and the patient
• If unusual swelling, skin discoloration or discomfort occurs, use should be discontinued and a healthcare professional consulted
• Be careful that the straps are not so tight that they interfere with circulation
   

Care and Cleaning:

• The splint can be cleaned with soap and lukewarm water
• The straps can be washed with soap and water, but the adhesive portion should not be moistened
• The splint and straps should be allowed to dry thoroughly before reapplication of the splint
   

Application:

• To make any necessary adjustments in width of splint, bend by hand or with needle nose pliers
• Make sure axis of joints on both sides of splint are aligned
• Apply splint to patient, lining up hinge with axis of PIP joint
• Apply strap with metal ring distally and strap without ring proximally

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