Modern concepts in hand orthotics
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Boutonniere injury orthosis (1) This orthosis (Figure 1) may be formed by direct application using Prenyl. This material has the advantage of being easily adjusted after immersion in hot water and then setting in cold. The at t i tude of 40 degrees of flexion of the distal end por t ion prevents the orthosis from slipping. Vitrathene and polypropylene may also be used; however, bo th require a former for the moulding process. Experience with this orthosis to date has proved it very effective in reducing the final deformity, but further evaluation is required.
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