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3rd and 4th metacarpals broken. have 1 screw for each of the broken bones. they used volar slab as a cast. it is possible to use ulnar gutter slab?

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Dr. Carol Hulett answered

Hand fracture: Yes as long as the third and fourth metacarpals are protected an ulnar gutter splint would be fine and may be more comfortable

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 5/1/2015

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A member asked:

3rd and 4th metacarpals broken. have 1 screw for each of the broken bones. they used volar slab as a cast. it is possible to use ulnar gutter slab?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Carol Hulett answered

Dr Ali agreed

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