What is a boxer brace?

The Boxer’s Fracture Brace (BFB) is used to stabilize fractures to the 4th and/or 5th metacarpal (MC) bones and the respective metacarpal-phalangeal (MCP) joints of the hand. Category: Upper Extremity.

How do you splint a boxer’s fracture?

For a Boxer’s fracture that is closed, not angulated, and not malrotated or otherwise displaced, splinting is used for initial immobilization. A Boxer’s fracture should be immobilized with an ulnar gutter splint. Alternatively, a pre-made Galveston splint or a custom orthosis may be used.

How long does it take to heal a boxers fracture?

This fracture in the hand is often caused by hitting something with a closed fist, thus the name Boxer’s Fracture. It is commonly seen in teenagers. The fracture will typically heal within 3 to 4 weeks from the date of injury.

Do you get a cast for a boxer’s fracture?

The primary goal for medical treatment of a boxer’s fracture is to immobilize the hand to allow the bones to heal properly. Doctors usually employ various splints to do this job, though casts may be necessary, as well. The splint or cast should completely immobilize the joints above and below the site of the injury.

Do you need a cast for a boxers fracture?

Does a boxer fracture require a cast?

Where does a boxer’s fracture occur?

A boxer’s fracture is a break in the neck of the 5th metacarpal bone in the hand. It usually happens when you punch an object at a high speed. Symptoms of a boxer’s fracture include pain and swelling of the hand, limited range of motion of the pinky finger, and misalignment of the finger.

How well does a boxer’s fracture heal?

How long will it take the fracture to heal? The average healing process for a boxer’s fracture is anywhere from six to eight weeks, but different people heal at different rates. It may be slightly longer if surgery is required.

What is closed boxers fracture?

Boxer’s fracture. A boxer’s fracture is the break of the 5th metacarpal bones of the hand near the knuckle. Occasionally it is used to refer to fractures of the 4th metacarpal as well. Symptoms include pain and a depressed knuckle. Classically, it occurs after a person hits an object with a closed fist.

What is boxers fracture surgery?

A boxer’s fracture involves a break in the neck of the metacarpal. This was described originally in the fracture of the metacarpal bone of the little (small) finger because this is the most common one to break when punching an immovable object.

What is boxers splint?

Designed to provide comfortable support, protection and treatment for the fracture commonly called the “boxer fracture”. Splint is ideal for quick and efficient immobilization of common metacarpal fracture. Padded splint liner ensures even further comfort.