Epitact Flexible Thumb Support for Pain and Arthritis
The thumb is the most important finger of the human hand. When our thumb is in pain, daily tasks become difficult to manage. The Epitact Flexible Thumb Support for Pain and Arthritis is specially designed to soothe basal thumb joint pain and reduce inflammatory flares during daily activities. The thumb brace's flexible materials mean moving the hand, fingers, and thumb is still possible and feels natural.
What's Included?
What Size is Right for Me?
The arthritis sleeve is available in three sizes that should fit most people. Please measure circumference of your wrist and consult the table below to find your ideal size:
| Brace Size | Wrist Circumference |
|---|
| Small | 13 - 15cm |
| Medium | 15 - 17cm |
| Large | 17 - 19cm |
Key Features and Benefits of the Epitact Flexible Thumb Support for Pain and Arthritis
- Relieves joint pain caused by arthrosis at base of thumb
- Specially designed not to impede use of hand
- Reduces painful micromovements
- Includes silicone tendon on the trapeziometacarpal joint
- Holds thumb in resting position to help expedite recovery
- Maintains localised warmth within joint
- Preserves thumb without immobilisation to aid everyday activities
- Ultra-lightweight and thin design is comfortable and unobtrusive
- Machine washable at 30°C
- Class 1 medical device
Who Can Benefit from the Epitact Thumb Brace?
The brace is made specifically to treat the following symptoms and conditions:
- Arthritis of the thumb
- Basal joint arthritis
- CMC arthrosis
- Orthosis
- Inflammation
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Overuse injuries
How Does the Orthotic Thumb Support Work?
The Epitact Orthotic Support uses shock absorption to relieve joint arthrosis pain at the root of the thumb in the following ways:
- Limits everyday traumatic micromovements
- Keeps thumb suspended in a rest position
- Preserves heat at the thumb joint
How Do You Use the Thumb Brace?
The Epitact Thumb Brace is really easy to apply, simply slide your hand through the opening, like you would a glove.
Use with a Night Brace for Best Results
This brace is specially designed to retain the dexterity of your hand when it is needed during the day for daily tasks. At night, however, it is best to give your thumb even more rest and completely immobilise it with an Epitact Rigid Thumb Night Brace.
Helps With Everyday Activities
The biggest way the support works is by limiting micromovements of the hand that happen while walking and talking. These movements are only slight, but over time they can trigger flares. That's why this arthritis thumb sleeve still allows the wearer to help with everyday activities like driving, texting, ironing, writing, and holding tools.
Can I Drive While Wearing the Thumb Support?
Yes, you can drive while wearing the thumb support. The brace is designed so that you can use your thumb as usual when you need to.
Easy to Apply and Comfortable
The elastane/silicone blend of the brace makes it really easy and painless to apply. It also makes it comfortable and ideal for sustained, all-day use.
Important Information
- Do not use brace on injured skin
- For daytime use
- Remove splint if too tight and impedes circulation
- Do not use near a flame
Care Instructions
- Wash at 30°C or by hand with soap and water (without rubbing)
- Leave to dry naturally
- Do not iron
- Reusable for several months
Composition
- 86% Polyamide/Elastane fabric
- 14% Silicone
