Background. Finger injuries are common. Many of these can be treated non-opera-tively with gentle reduction, appropriate splinting, and careful follow-up. Terminal extensor tendon injuries have optimal outcomes with non-operative treatment. A large variety of devices is present on the market, with no evidence of one being superior to any other. Material. We describe a simple, cheap and effective device for the conservative management of these injuries. Conclusions. Healthcare costs are high and continue to rise. The simple device described in this technical note could allow a reduction in expenditure and better redistribution of resources.

Saving resources in accident emergency: A simple device for injuries to the extensor tendons of the hand

Oliva F.;
2020-01-01

Abstract

Background. Finger injuries are common. Many of these can be treated non-opera-tively with gentle reduction, appropriate splinting, and careful follow-up. Terminal extensor tendon injuries have optimal outcomes with non-operative treatment. A large variety of devices is present on the market, with no evidence of one being superior to any other. Material. We describe a simple, cheap and effective device for the conservative management of these injuries. Conclusions. Healthcare costs are high and continue to rise. The simple device described in this technical note could allow a reduction in expenditure and better redistribution of resources.
2020
Cheap device
Extensor tendon
Hand injuries
Simple device
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