Colles' fracture
Alternative names:
buckle fracture;
Colles' wrist fracture; transverse wrist fracture
First aid:
- Reassure the
injured person.
- A fractured
or dislocated hand, finger, or wrist should be placed and
splinted in a normal resting position. Rest the fingers
around a padded object such as a sock, wadded cloth, or
rolled elastic bandage. If he has injured his wrist or hand,
place the object in the victim's palm, and use a circumferential
wrap to maintain the position of the object. In order for
the hand to maintain circulation, keep the fingertips uncovered.
If the victim has broken his wrist, place a rigid splint
on the underside of the wrist, hand, and forearm to restrict
any motion. Broken fingers can be splinted independently
or taped together with padding in between.
- Elevate the
broken wrist, hand or finger and place it in a sling.
- Use an ice
pack over the wrist to help reduce swelling.
- Transport to
an emergency medical facility.
Do not:
- DO NOT attempt
to move the wrist or hand.
Update
Date: 10/08/99
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