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Abstract
The radial nerve is the most frequently injured major nerve of the upper extremity.
Splinting to maintain joint motion and functional use of the hand is usually required
until nerve recovery occurs or tendon transfer procedures are performed. A review
of the literature reveals numerous splint designs for radial palsy. The biomechanics
of “harnessing” the hand with radial nerve palsy are reviewed and splint designs are
analyzed to determine appropriate use. A design is recommended that reestablishes
the normal tenodesis pattern of the hand.
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© 1987 Hanley & Belfus, Inc. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
