Dorsal wrist splint with outrigger
- Dorsal wrist splint to hold the wrist in flexion with outrigger to extend distal interphalangeal joints
Dorsal wrist splint to hold the wrist in flexion with outrigger to extend distal interphalangeal joints.
Features:
- Thermo plastic adjustable with heatgun
- Hook and loop closures
- Terry cloth liner
- Silver colored finger loops
Set up splint: Position of thumb outrigger determines if splint is right or left. To change position of outrigger, loosen set screw (hex key provided), reposition and tighten. Attach outrigger to first segment. Be sure wire ends of outrigger pass completely through opening and are seated in channel. Attach finger loops to openings on first segment. Two finger loops per opening. Open straps. Straps may be repositioned on splint to facilitate closing by right or left hand. Position splint on top of hand and forearm with bend in dorsal bar aligned with wrist. Comfortably secure straps. Pass finger loops over top of outrigger and position on fingers. Place finger loop on thumb. When removing splint first remove finger loops then loosen strap. Splint is designed to hold wrist in flexion and dynamically extend fingers while allowing active flexion. Evaluate fit, function and instruct patient on use.
Modifications– Remove from patient. Rubber bands can be added or subtracted, bands, wires and dorsal bar can be carefully bent to modify fit and function of splint. Clean with mild soap and damp towel. Air dry completely before reapplying. Immediately contact your health care professional if you are experiencing loss of sensation, swelling, skin irritations or have any questions or concerns.
NOTE: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
Single patient use.To be used only when ordered by a physician and applied by qualified medical professional.
Product on this site are intended for sale to, or on the order of, a physician or other qualified medical professional. Devices must be fitted by a qualified practitioner. Producer/ Seller does not assume responsibility for wrongly prescribed or fitted devices. We Reserve the right not to ship product. Styles or colors subject to change without notice.
| Size | Width accross M.P. joints |
|---|---|
| S - non returnable | 6,5 cm / 2-1/2" |
| M - non returnable | 7,6 cm / 3" |
| L - non returnable | 9,0 cm / 3-1/2" |