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Mallet finger splint
Holds the fingertip joint (DIP) straight 24/7 so a stretched or torn extensor tendon can heal without disruption.
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Commonly used for
- Acute mallet finger after a tendon injury
- Continued positioning during the consolidation phase
Cautions
- Letting the fingertip drop, even once, often restarts the healing clock
- Skin maceration if the splint stays wet
- Pressure sores over the fingernail
Typical wear
Typically worn continuously for ~6–8 weeks, then weaned, exactly as a clinician directs.
Care
Keep dry. Dry the skin and splint at every change. Use the change technique your therapist showed.
Cost (USD)
$5–$60. Stack splints are inexpensive; custom is more.
How to get one
- Hand therapist
- Urgent care or ER
- Online (sizing risk)
Prescription: Sometimes required. Mallet finger is time-sensitive. Get assessed quickly.
Related splints
Cross-links for context only — not a personalized care plan.
- Fingertip protectorA small cap that cushions the fingertip after injury, surgery, or for sensitivity around a healing nail or pulp.
- Silver ring splintA small custom-fitted metal ring that supports a finger joint into a straighter, more functional posture — often used for certain arthritis patterns when a clinician recommends it.
Sources
- Mallet finger injury — American Society for Surgery of the Hand(accessed 2026-04-21)
Last reviewed .