Showing posts with label Scabs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Scabs. Show all posts
Danger Glove
HEALTH AND SAFETY WARNING
These are my motorcycling gloves. I know what you're thinking, that man's right at the forefront of biker fashion trends. Had you noticed the white pinstriping? Pure business. Anyway... the last time I wore these gloves I fell off in a particularly undramatic manner and broke my thumb.
Recently I wore the gloves again and when I took them off a seam had left an imprint in my hand JUST below where the break was - you can just make out the scar above it.
So there it is - fashion broke my thumb. Or maybe I just don't get enough milk. Whaddya think, can I sue the fuckers? Did the seam contribute? Do I need softer gloves?
Tang of Titanium
Should the thumb metacarpal bone become damaged or misaligned it may be necessary to install a retaining device. Great care and accuracy are needed and should be carried out by a qualified professional only.
When out cold, pull the bone into alignment and clamp firmly in place. It may be possible to shoot retaining wires (2545-11) through the structure without removing the covering layer. However, if any surrounding muscle fibre has been drawn into the break during re-alignment, then it will be necessary to fully dismantle, remove foreign objects and then install a titanium plate (2543-11).
In the latter case, cut down the cover along the bone line and spread with a clean clamp. With the internals re-positioned, drill evenly spaced holes of 1.1mm radially through the undamaged area. Position the titanium plate (2543-11) and fix with 1.5mm titanium screws, without over-torquing. Reassemble and re-join cover with even spaced stiches.
NB: It is advised that a running in period of six weeks is observed. Pressure and sudden movements are to be avoided but frequent controlled exercises will prevent any permanent sticking.
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