Indications Distal phalanx fracture Finger tendon injuries (eg, mallet finger, Jersey finger, boutonnière injury) Distal interphalangeal joint (DIP) dislocations Unstable finger sprains / dislocations that are not adequately immobilized with buddy-taping Contraindications Absolute contraindications Open fracture * * A temporary finger splint may be applied to stabilize an open fracture while awaiting operative intervention.