Preventive Wrist Support
Preventive Wrist Support
Designed to help reduce the risk of inflammation caused by repetitive wrist movements. The removable pad helps alleviate strain and encourages a neutral wrist posture, even after hours of repetitive movements.
The Preventive Wrist Support can also be worn – without removable wrist support pad – as an effective wrist support during sports and other activities. Neoprene retains body heat, increases blood circulation, and helps keep muscles supple.
Characteristics
- Can also be worn – without removable wrist support pad – as an effective wrist support during sports and and other activities.
- Neoprene covered with brushed nylon and terry cloth interior
- Moderate support
- Easy adjustment
- Ambidextrous
- Colour: black
Made of: Neoprene covered with brushed nylon and terry cloth interior lining.
Indications
- Sports: lifting weights, racquet sports, ball sports, golf
- Work on the computer
- Heavy objects handling
Available sizes
| Code | Wrist circumference | Size |
| 9942 | 13 – 20 cm (5’’ – 8’’) | SMALL/MEDIUM |
| 9943 | 20 – 25 cm (8’’ – 10’’) | LARGE/XLARGE |
Cleaning
Wash by hand with mild soap and air-dry.
Important
If pain should persist, or if you wish to know more about how to use this product, consult a health specialist.
Prevention Worker’s Belt
Orthopedics Formedica®, Back
Designed to support abdominal muscles, and promote correct positioning and proper lifting.
The Prevention™ Worker’s Belt is recommended to reduce the risks of lower back pain due to sprains, lumbago or muscle spasms. It may also be used to improve posture. Wearing the PREVENTION™ worker’s belt does not interfere with muscle contraction.
Characteristics
- Removable suspenders enable workers to loosen the belt without removing it
- Flexible stays provide support
- Does not interfere with muscle contraction
- Moderate support
- Easy adjustment
- Colour: black
- Prevention during heavy lifting
- Worker who risk injury to the lower back during risky tasks
Thumb Stabilizer
Orthopedics Formedica®, Wrist and Hand
Designed to help relieve pain due to sprains, strains, arthritis, arthrosis and during recovery from thumb tenosynovitis (De Quervain’s Syndrome). The Thumb Stabilizer is also recommended as a post-surgical support.
Characteristics
- Increased support
- Adjustable tension around the thumb
- Neoprene covered with brushed nylon and terry cloth interior
- Easy adjustment
- Ambidextrous
- Colour: black
- Sprains
- Strains
- Arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Thumb tenosynovitis (Quervain’s syndrome)
Elastic Ankle Bandage
Orthopedics Formedica®, Ankle
Designed to stabilize joints and help reduce risks of ankle injuries. The Elastic Ankle bandage stretches and wraps around the ankle, providing moderate support. It may be used during and after activities.
Characteristics
- Approved by the Canadian Podiatric Medical Association
- Elastic band with adjustable tension
- Velcro®-type closures
- Criss-crossed shape for additional support
- Moderate support
- Easy fit
- Colour: beige
Wrist Stabilizer
Orthopedics Formedica®, Wrist and Hand
Designed to help relieve pain associated with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and other wrist-related injuries. This Wrist Stabilizer provides moderate support when rigid stabilization is required. The integrated metal splint minimizes flexion movements, while Neoprene, the main component of the support, improves muscle and ligament suppleness.
Characteristics
- Does not limit finger movement
- Removable aluminum spoon-type stay
- Neoprene covered with brushed nylon and terry cloth interior
- Two Velcro®-type closures to adjust tension
- Moderate support
- Easy adjustment
- Colour: black
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Tendinitis
- Post trauma
- Post surgery