Wrist and Thumb Immobilizer
Wrist and Thumb Immobilizer
Designed to immobilize thumb and wrist following severe sprain, arthritis, arthrosis and following a health care provider’s advice. It may also be used to help recovery from thumb tenosynovitis (De Quervain’s syndrome)
Characteristics
- Three removable stays prevent wrist and thumb movement
- Does not limit fingers movement
- Neoprene covered with brushed nylon and terry cloth interior
- Fix-Loc™ closure system: one single tab to pull
- Firm support
- Easy adjustment
- Velcro®-type closure around the thumb
- Colour: black
Made of: neoprene covered with brushed nylon and terry cloth interior lining.
Indications
– Sprain
– Strain
– Chronic instability
– De Quervain’s syndrome
Available sizes
| LEFT | RIGHT | WRIST CIRCUMFERENCE | SIZE |
| 8136 | 8138 | 15 – 23 cm (6’’ – 9’’) | SMALL/MEDIUM |
| 8137 | 8139 | 23 – 29 cm (9’’ – 11.5’’) | 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.
Carpal Tunnel Wrist Splint
Orthopedics Formedica®, Wrist and Hand
Designed to help relieve pain associated with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and other wrist-related injuries. The Carpal Tunnel Wrist Splint 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
- Velcro®-type closures for easy adjustment
- Removable and malleable aluminum stay allows adjustment to a different angle, when necessary
- Can be used day or night
- Easy adjustment
- Colour: black
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Tendinitis
- Post trauma
- Post surgery
Stabilizing Knee Brace
Orthopedics Formedica®, Knee
Designed to provide optimal support during physical activities. The Stabilizing Knee Brace may be used for many different patella problems including chondromalacia, patella tendonitis, subluxation and dislocation.
Specially designed to support the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL), it may also be used for many different patella problems, including Chondromalacia, Patella Tendonitis, Subluxation and Dislocation. Neoprene retains body heat, increases blood circulation, and helps keep muscles supple. Neoprene retains body heat, increases blood circulation and helps keep muscles supple. It remains effective even when wet and does not absorb water.
Characteristics
- Sleeve support
- Velcro®-type fasteners keep sleeve in place and increase stability
- Two spiral hinges on each side
- The Polyethylene pad alleviates direct pressure on patella
- Perforated neoprene covered with non-brushed nylon
- The removable cushion alleviates direct pressure on patella
- Provides extra stability to patella
- Firm support
- Easy fit
- Colour: black
- Sprain
- Patella implication
- Various kneecap problems, such as chondromalacia of the patella, tendonitis, dislocation and partial or total patellar subluxation.
- Raquet sports, ball sports, jogging, biking
- Activities involving heavy lifting
- Walking
Posture Plus Support Belt
Orthopedics Formedica®, Back
Designed to improve intra-abdominal tension and decrease the strain on the spine. The Posture Plus™ belt relocates the center of gravity and limits the torsion movements of the lumbo-sacral region. Supports the spine in sacrum and lumbar and keeps the abdominal muscles compact to strengthen the core of the body. Recommended to support lumbar region while lifting objects as well as to help relieve lumbar pains caused by poor posture in long-hours sitting positions.
Characteristics
- Light and comfortable
- Includes a removable compression pad
- Supports the spine in sacrum and lumbar and keeps the abdominal muscles compact to strengthen the core of the body
- Does not restrain muscle contraction
- Light support
- Easy adjustment
- Velcro®-type closures
- Colour: black
- Lower chronic back pain
- Discopathy
- Postural compensation
- Do not use the pad at sacrum if spondylosis or spondylolisthesis known
Arm and Leg Protector
Orthopedics Formedica®, Wrist and Hand
Designed to protect and keep a cast or bandage dry. May be used safely by anyone with circulatory problems. Water-resistant.
Characteristics
- Easily adjustable by cutting to required length
- May be used safely by anyone with circulatory problems