Have you noticed pain or stiffness in your thumb? Do you notice discomfort when you try to pinch or grip things tightly? You may have arthritis in the joint where your thumb meets the wrist (CMC joint). At Cascade Hand & Orthopedic Rehab in Fort Myers, FL, our certified hand therapists are highly skilled at dealing with all types of painful conditions in the wrist, hand, and fingers.
As we age, the cartilage in our thumb CMC joints starts to wear down, leading to pain, stiffness, and loss of mobility. Most people notice these changes when attempting to pinch, grip, or pick up something heavy.
Fortunately, in Fort Myers, FL at Cascade Hand & Orthopedic Rehab, our therapists use proven techniques and strategies, including bracing, to help you find relief and restore function!
Bracing for CMC joint relief
Splints designed to rest the CMC joint provide comfort while allowing for movement and use of the thumb joint.
Some common braces include:
Custom-made splints: Our certified hand therapists are highly skilled at fabricating splints in our Fort Myers, FL clinic. Our custom-made splints are individually constructed based on the dimensions of your hand.
Metagrip brace: MetaGrip is a prefabricated brace that provides a custom feel by squeezing the brace’s embedded, contoured metal. The Metagrip helps to stabilize your thumb CMC joint so you can perform pain-free pinching and gripping motions.
Comfort Cool Thumb CMC Restriction Splint: This flexible splint supports the thumb CMC joint while allowing full hand function and range of motion. This product is designed for function, and no alterations are needed.
CMC arthritis can be debilitating, challenging even the most basic daily tasks. At Cascade Hand & Orthopedic Rehab in Fort Myers, FL, our certified hand therapists can help you find relief regardless of how severe your symptoms may be. We use the most advanced treatment methods, including bracing, so you can get back to doing what needs to get done! Contact us today!
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