Comfyprene Hand Thumb Orthosis

The Comfyprene Hand Thumb Orthosis has a multi-layered, soft Comfyprene covering, and is available in four sizes. The cover can be cleaned easily with warm water and anti-bacterial soap.

Adjustments can be made to the splint without tools or heat, and the Comfyprene Hand Thumb Orthosis fits on either hand. The reinforced spine keeps the metal inserts from buckling.

The Comfyprene Hand Thumb Orthosis is recommended for the following:
Graduated extension of the spastic clenched fingers and wrist
Corrects and controls radial or ulnar deviation
Controls wrist drop
Helps restrict arthritic changes and deformity related to neuromascular impairment
Positions the flaccid hand and wrist
Maintains skin integrity by absorbing moisture, allowing air circulation and preventing skin maceration on palmer surface
Allows for increased hygiene care by allowing nail care and cleaning of palmer surface
Maintenance of functional position of the wrist and hand

Advantages of the Comfyprene Hand Thumb Orthosis:
The splint is adjustable and re-adjustable to individual patient without the use of heat or tools
The splint can be graduated up to increase finger and wrist extension
The splint is lightweight and durable
The splint straps are foam lined for comfort and to prevent pressure areas
The splint straps closes with velcro - but no velcro touches the patient's skin
The splint is soft with rounded padded edges to minimize self-injury

Image shown above is the orthosis in light blue, more color options are shown below.