In the case of a boxer's fracture, different types of splints may be used. One type of splint may extend from the fingers, with the fingertips exposed, to the forearm near the elbow.

Find out what you need to know about metacarpal fractures, including the causes, symptoms, ... Splints are not hard all the way around and are usually held in place by an elastic bandage.

This article discusses 3 cases involving military personnel who presented to the primary care clinic with metacarpal fractures. The focus of these case reports is not so much on the outcome of the ...

A boxer's fracture, or metacarpal fracture, is a bone fracture that affects knuckles in the hand. Causes include punching or smacking with the hand, or dropping something on the hand. Symptoms ...