Bort SellaDur-M-Right

Best Thumb Splint for Arthritis and MoreThis thumb joint immobilizer can protect and immobilize both the metacarpophalangeal joint and the thumb saddle joint. This might be needed following damage to the ulnar collateral ligament of the thumb or for thumb arthritis treatment, including osteoarthritis of the thumb or rhizarthrosis.This arthritis thumb splint is constructed of extremely resilient plastic, so one can rest assured the joints of the thumb are protected and one will not accidently aggravate or worsen one's thumb injury.This support for the thumb joint is also designed with user comfort in mind. The thumb spica splint features perforation so that one's hand can breathe and will not get sweaty. The hand support for arthritis also uses a special raised edge in the commissure junction between the thumb and forefinger, which helps avoid pressure points.And for additional comfort, the thumb sprain splint also comes with a black undersock. The soft material keeps the thumb brace for arthritis from rubbing or chaffing against the skin. These comfort features helps this Bort SellaDur brace stand out from other hand braces for arthritis.Dealing with Arthritis in Thumb and Other InjuriesWhen one falls, a natural reaction is to try to €œbreak the fall€ with the hands. Landing on your thumb with great force or when gripping a ski pole can stretch or tear the ligaments, causing a thumb sprain sometimes referred to as skiers' or gamekeepers' thumb (as in hunting, not video gaming). Check out our full listing or braces for skiers.Treating skiers' thumb pain generally involves frequent icing, immobilizing the thumb and taking anti-inflammatory pain medications. Of course, one should always follow the advice of a medical professional. A complete tear of the ulnar collateral ligament will require surgery to repair.