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Thumb Spica Cast Application Guide by faisaldanyani is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document provides instructions for applying a thumb spica cast to immobilize potential scaphoid fractures or scaphoid fractures of the hand. It describes positioning the hand in pronation, radial deviation, and mild dorsiflexion with the thumb abducted to form an "ok" sign. It also details applying 6 layers of plaster cast extending from the forearm but not immobilizing the thumb joint, and keeping the casted hand elevated in a sling until swelling subsides.
- Author
- faisaldanyani
- Language
- EN