GAUNTLET THUMB POST SPLINT Orfit Classic Precut Antibacterial - 2 piece pack
Beige, micro perfo.
This micro perforated splint gives an extremely comfortable immobilization and stabilisation of the complete thumb column.
It can serve for the treatment of teno-Synovitis, rheumatoid arthritis, basal joint osteoarthritis, thumb sprain and pre- or post-operative thumb management. This product is made of a Low Temperature Thermoplastic material and can be moulded directly on the patient.
This pattern is NOT SUITABLE for the following applications:
- fractures of the scaphoide
- acute de Quervain tendinitis.
High performance handling
- Unlimited potential for the fabrication of all size splints with extra care and prevention of pressure points.
- Excellent as a base for different attachments.
- Recommended for: small finger orthoses, thumb orthoses, resting hand orthoses, wrist and wrist/thumb orthoses and circumferential designs.
| Characteristics | How it works and looks |
|---|---|
| Transparent when activated | Transparency indicates when the material is ready to mould allows for proper alignment and visual monitoring over anatomical landmarks. |
| Non-coated material | Temporary adhesion during splint fabrication and reliable permanent bonding by using dry heat. Tackiness helps orthosis stay in place during fabrication. All attachnments and outriggers can be adhered easily. |
| Excellent stretch (100%) without tearing | Very precise moulding conforms to patient anatomy, for example in the hand arches and first web space. Accurate moulding Improves correct dispersion of skin pressure. |
| Full elastic memory (100%) | Completely remouldable and can be adjusted easily after reheating locally. |
| Easy to trim edges | Avoids waste of material. |
Note - the price is for 2 units of this product