PROLITE 8" COCK UP WRIST SPLINT with ABDUCTED THUMB SPICA BRACE

Semi-rigid thumb Spica portion is contoured to provide intimate support, immobilization and thumb abduction.

• Recommended when immobilization of the wrist and/or thumb is needed.
  
• Semi-rigid thumb spica portion is contoured to provide intimate support, immobilization and thumb abduction.
  
• The unique design protects the thumb from impact or shock without any uncomfortable binding or stitch seams.
  
• The splint has a metal palmar and dorsal stay to prevent flexion and extension. Loop lock closures allow for quick and easy one-handed application.
• Ideal for post-surgical treatment of wrist and thumb injuries, especially for the treatment of Basal Joint Arthritis, DeQuervain's Tenosynovitis, tendinitis, accumulative trauma disorders of the thumb and wrist, strains/sprains of the thumb joint (MCP), advanced Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and after cast removal.
  
• Specify right or left. Color: Black. Measure around the center of the wrist.

22-460LGBLK	PROLITE WRIST SPLINT WITH ABDUCTED THUMB	Black	Right	Large	7 1/2 - 8 1/2"
22-460MDBLK	PROLITE WRIST SPLINT WITH ABDUCTED THUMB	Black	Right	Medium	6 1/2 - 7 1/2"
22-460SMBLK	PROLITE WRIST SPLINT WITH ABDUCTED THUMB	Black	Right	Small	5 1/2 - 6 1/2"
22-4601LBLK	PROLITE WRIST SPLINT WITH ABDUCTED THUMB	Black	Right	X-Large	8 1/2" and up
22-4601SBLK	PROLITE WRIST SPLINT WITH ABDUCTED THUMB	Black	Right	X-Small	4 1/2 - 5 1/2"
22-461LGBLK	PROLITE WRIST SPLINT WITH ABDUCTED THUMB	Black	Left	Large	7 1/2 - 8 /12"
22-461MDBLK	PROLITE WRIST SPLINT WITH ABDUCTED THUMB	Black	Left	Medium	6 1/2 - 7 1/2"
22-461SMBLK	PROLITE WRIST SPLINT WITH ABDUCTED THUMB	Black	Left	Small	5 1/2 - 6 1/2"
22-4611LBLK	PROLITE WRIST SPLINT WITH ABDUCTED THUMB	Black	Left	X-Large	8 1/2" and up
22-4611SBLK	PROLITE WRIST SPLINT WITH ABDUCTED THUMB	Black	Left	X-Small	4 1/2 - 5 1/2"

 


Basal Joint Arthritis

The basal joint is formed by the first of the three thumb bones and one of the wrist bones. Arthritis is a disease that slowly destroys the joint by causing inflammation and stiffness to the joints. Arthritis destroys the cartilage covering the ends of the bones, that acts like a cushion and allows the bones to move smoothly. The bones then rub against each other causing the joint to become inflamed. Common symptoms include pain, swelling, stiffness or deformity of the thumb. Pain in the lower part of the thumb is most common and can be increased by changes in the weather. Pain may also be experienced when lifting an object, turning a door handle or unscrewing a jar lid. Dropping things is also a sign of basal joint arthritis. Wear and tear on the joint causes basal joint arthritis to occur. A fracture or injury to the thumb increases your chance of basal joint arthritis occurring at a younger age.