The purpose of the splint in a wrist brace

Wrist braces are available with and without a splint. Today, we are going to talk about these braces with a splint. Below, we will tell you everything you need to know about using such a brace. Feel free to read on below.

What is the purpose of a splint in a wrist brace?

A splint in a wrist brace is to keep the wrist in a neutral position. This is important in a wrist injury, as the wrist joint is under less stress in that way. A splint can also help stabilise the wrist, reducing the risk of further damage. The splint in a wrist brace can be implemented in different ways. There are splints that only sit on the palm side of the hand, and splints that also sit on the back side of the hand. The splint can also be made of different materials, such as plastic, metal or textile.

Choosing a wrist brace with or without a splint?

The choice of a wrist brace with or without a splint depends on the nature of the wrist injury. For a minor injury, a wrist brace without a splint may be sufficient. For a more serious injury, a wrist brace with splint is often necessary to support and protect the wrist.

For which injuries and conditions is it best to choose a brace with splint?

As mentioned above, you can choose a wrist brace with or without a splint. If your injury or condition is so severe, choose a brace with splint. Below, we list some of these injuries and conditions for you.

• Wrist sprain
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Rheumatism
• Osteoarthritis
• Wrist fracture

How best to use the wrist brace with splint?

Here are some specific examples of how a splint in a wrist brace can be used.

• For a wrist sprain, the splint can help keep the wrist in a neutral position and support the ligaments. This can reduce pain and swelling and aid recovery.
• In carpal tunnel syndrome, the splint can help reduce pressure on the median nerve. This can reduce pain, tingling and numbness in the hands.
• In rheumatism or osteoarthritis, the splint can help stabilise the wrist and reduce pain and stiffness.
• In the case of a wrist fracture, the splint can help keep the broken bones in place and promote recovery.

Need more information?

We can imagine that after reading our blog about wrist support with splint, you still have a couple of questions. In this case, you can contact our highly knowledgeable customer service team. They are at your service and can answer all your questions and provide you with the right advice. You can find further information on wearing a wrist brace here.