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Product Overview:

Help children with difficulties controlling and using their hands and thumbs with the Neonatal Thumb Splints by McKie Splints. This splint is designed to gently encourage the child's thumb to move into opposition when they are suffering from thumb abduction. By doing so, it can make it easier for patients to use their hands and reduce pain around the thumb joints.

Infants, toddlers, and young children can wear this device and continue to learn, play, and grow more comfortably. The splints are made with lightweight materials that are only 1.5 mm thick. The fabric is washable and contains no latex inside or out.
This product is non-returnable.
Note: This product is for sale in the United States only and is ineligible for International Shipping.

Product Specifications / Dimensions

Product Options:

Neonatal Size 1 Thumb Splint

Neonatal Size 2 Thumb Splint

Neonatal Size 3 Thumb Splint

Custom Optional Upgrades


More Information

The Thumb Support - Neonatal Thumb Splints by McKie Splints is an innovative product engineered to provide assistance with thumb positioning and overall hand control for young users. The design incorporates a strategic open space between the support and the palm, a feature that significantly enhances the user's ability to move their hand freely and interact with objects during various activities.

Comfort and safety are paramount in the product's construction. The interior is made of smooth nylon, creating a gentle interface with the skin to prevent irritation during extended wear. Notably, the support is latex-free, catering to those with sensitivities or allergies. Despite its robust supportive capabilities, the accessory maintains an ultra-thin profile at just 1.5mm thickness. This slender design allows for natural movement of the hands and fingers while still providing the necessary support around the thumb.

The exterior of the support features a looped nylon construction, offering versatility in its application. This design allows for pairing with optional hook tape, providing users with the flexibility to add extra support where needed. This adaptability makes the product suitable for a range of individual needs and preferences. Practicality is another key aspect of this thumb support. The nylon-covered neoprene material used in both the interior and exterior makes the product reusable and easy to maintain. Users can simply wash and dry the support between uses, ensuring it's ready for the next application.

  

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What Customers Are Saying:

"Perfect and all signs of comfort for the infant and evidence of excellent correction. - Marilyn H."

"I purchased a thumb splint for my son on the advice of his OT, which helped his thumb rest properly, and we could discontinue use as he developed. - Carmen W."


FAQ For Neonatal Thumb Splints by McKie Splints

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What materials are used in the Thumb Splints with Pediatric and Neonatal Sizes by McKie Splints, and are they safe for sensitive skin?
Answer: The Thumb Splints with Pediatric and Neonatal Sizes by McKie Splints are made with a smooth nylon interior, which is gentle on the skin and free of latex, making it safe for children with sensitive skin. The exterior is also made of looped nylon, compatible with optional hook tape for added support.
How do the Thumb Splints with Pediatric and Neonatal Sizes by McKie Splints allow for mobility during use?
Answer: The Thumb Splints with Pediatric and Neonatal Sizes by McKie Splints are designed with an open space between the brace and the palm, allowing the child to maintain mobility. This feature enables them to pick up items during playtime, ensuring that the splint does not interfere with their daily activities.
What conditions are the Thumb Splints with Pediatric and Neonatal Sizes by McKie Splints designed to treat?
Answer: The Thumb Splints with Pediatric and Neonatal Sizes by McKie Splints are designed for young children experiencing overall weakness, loss of control, or chronic pain in or around their thumbs. It helps hold the thumb in opposition to abduction tendencies, reducing pain and improving control.

Neonatal Thumb Splints by McKie Splints Pictures:

Neonatal Thumb Splints by McKie Splints
Neonatal Thumb Splints by McKie Splints
View of both left & right splints in the pink color option
View of both left & right splints in the pink color option
Inner view of the beige color option
Inner view of the beige color option
Inner view in the red color option
Inner view in the red color option
Inner view in the royal blue color option
Inner view in the royal blue color option
Navy blue color option
Navy blue color option