title: Shock absorbing finger cap.
abstract: We describe the use of a custom-made cap or sleeve made of a visco-elastic polymer offering protection for the tip of the hypersensitive finger or thumb. Of 35 digits treated, relief of symptoms was achieved in 83%. In many cases, cold intolerance was also relieved.
authors.affiliation: Regional Plastic Surgery and Burns Centre, Whiston Hospital, Prescot, Merseyside.
authors.forename: J H
authors.initials: JH
authors.lastname: Stilwell
authors.forename: A J
authors.initials: AJ
authors.lastname: Martin
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000672:Amputation Stumps / Q000294:innervation*; D001458:Bandages; D005260:Female; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011108:Polymers
chemical_list: D011108:Polymers