The modern fiberglass replacement for the traditional plaster volar or dorsal wrist splint. If you've been searching for a plaster volar wrist splint, plaster dorsal wrist splint, plaster short arm splint, or cock-up plaster splint — this is the upgraded fiberglass version that clinicians now use instead. Same versatile volar or dorsal wrist immobilization. Lighter weight. Faster setting. More durable than plaster.
This comprehensive kit includes pre-padded synthetic fiberglass splint material, self-adhesive bandage, and synthetic padding for quick, effective wrist immobilization — with no additional materials needed.
Both application styles — historically applied using plaster volar splints and plaster dorsal splints — are now performed with fiberglass for superior results:
Volar Splint: Applied to the palm side of the forearm and wrist, immobilizing the wrist in neutral or slight extension. Ideal for wrist fractures, carpal tunnel syndrome, and most wrist injuries.
Dorsal Splint: Applied to the back of the hand and forearm, useful for specific fracture patterns or when volar placement is contraindicated. Both applications are possible with this versatile kit.
| Volar / Dorsal Wrist Size | Pre-Cut Splint Dimensions* | Self-Adhesive Bandage | Synthetic Padding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child 6–12 | 3 in × 35 in | 1 Roll 3" | 1 Roll 2" |
| Teen 13–17 | 4 in × 30 in | 1 Roll 3" | 1 Roll 3" |
| Adult 18+ | 5 in × 30 in | 1 Roll 3" | 1 Roll 4" |
* Trim the splint to the correct length for the individual patient.
OrthoTape's unique pre-padded splint system combines the splinting material and padding in one layer, streamlining the application process. Our comprehensive kits include everything needed for professional immobilization and are trusted by emergency departments, urgent care centers, orthopedic clinics, and athletic trainers worldwide.
Looking for a different splint type? OrthoTape offers complete fiberglass splint kits for upper and lower extremities — all with the same pre-padded, ready-to-apply design:
| Splint Kit | Best For |
|---|---|
| Volar Wrist Splint Kit | Volar-only wrist fractures & sprains |
| Sugar Tong / Reverse Sugar Tong Wrist Kit | Distal radius & Colles' fractures |
| Ulnar Gutter Splint Kit | Boxer fractures (4th/5th metacarpal) |
| Thumb Spica Splint Kit | Thumb fractures & sprains |
| Posterior Elbow Long Arm Splint Kit | Elbow fractures & dislocations |
| Posterior Knee Splint Kit | Knee fractures, sprains & post-op care |
| Posterior Ankle Splint Kit | Ankle fractures & severe sprains |
| Stirrup Ankle Splint Kit | Lateral ankle stability |
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For professional medical use. Proper splinting technique and training are required. Consult clinical guidelines for appropriate indications and application methods.
