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Performance Steps

10d
Rolling stockinette on injured arm

NOTE: Rolling the stockinette on promotes a better fit.
e. Pinch the stockinette at the base of the thumb and make a 1/2 inch cut at a 45 degree angle.
(Refer to Figure 3-x.)
NOTE: An alternative and authorized method is to cut the stockinette prior to application.
f. Have patient place thumb through pre cut hole and smooth out stockinette.(Refer to figure
3-x)

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