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purpose is to maintain PIP joint extension while keeping MCP and DIP joints free |
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| Oval 8/Silver Ring Splint |
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prevents SWAN NECK deformity by preventing hyperextension, promoting DIP extension while not restricting PIP flexion |
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Short term use during acute joint inflammation to reduce pain by maintaining hand/wrist in anti-deformity position |
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provides positioning to improve function and reduce impact of MP ulnar drift |
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| Volar Wrist Immobilization Splint |
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Wrist 0-30 degrees wrist extension which allows maximum functioning for ASL grip -can reduce pain and protect wrist |
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| DIP immobilization splint |
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| decrease pain during OA inflammation and corrects MALLET finger deformity by preventing DIP flexion [image] |
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protects the CMC joint from complications of OA or RA during functional tasks |
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| restricts MP flexion[image] |
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