Idiomas disponibles
Idiomas disponibles
WRIST-HAND-FINGER
SUPPORT BRACE
Indications
• Non-displaced 4
th
and 5
• Postoperative 4
and 5
th
• Following strict plaster cast immobilisation
• After-effects of fractured or sprained finger (of 4
Properties
• Rigid and configurable wrist support brace up to 4
pre-formed at 20° at the wrist and 90° at the fingers.
• The brace allows full opening for easier positioning of the hand and the other fingers.
• Separation between fingers to protect against any possible friction on the immobilised fingers.
Brace preparation (performed by a health professional authorised to dispense,
prepare and fit the brace)
This product should be fitted and adapted by a health professional when fitting for the first time.
Only the ring finger and the little finger (right or left side depending on the model) can be immobilised
using the brace.
Before fitting the brace, ensure that the palmar and dorsal ribs are configured according to the medical
indication and also according to the patient's morphology.
NB: On the original product, the dorsal rib is pre-formed at 20° at the wrist and 90° at the fingers.
Fitting the brace
• Place the brace on a flat surface
4th finger into the splint (finger stall) provided.
• Fold down the strap
the brace, at the fingertips.
• Turn the hand onto its side and fasten the intermediate strap
positioned correctly against the palm.
• Fasten the final strap
obtained.
To prevent any constrictive problems, take care not to overtighten the straps. Do not hesitate to readjust
the brace if required.
Precautions
To prevent any risks of sores, the condition of the skin in contact with the device requires regular
monitoring.
Follow the instructions provided by the health professional prescribing or dispensing the product. In
the event of discomfort, numbness in the fingers, pain, swelling, modified sensation, unusual reactions
(allergies, etc.) or a change in the colour of the fingertips, unfasten the brace and seek advice from the
health professional who dispensed the device immediately. Store at room temperature, preferably in the
original packaging. For hygiene and performance reasons, do not reuse the product for another patient.
Contraindications
Do not fit the product in the event of diagnostic uncertainty or unstable or displaced fractures,
diagnosed by a health professional.
Do not place the product directly in contact with damaged skin.
Known allergy to the materials (see composition on product label).
Adverse effects
Possible risk of itching/allergy following skin contact with the device.
Care
• See product label.
• Close the self-gripping fastener before washing.
• Machine-wash at 30° (delicate cycle), preferably in a washing bag.
• Do not use detergents, fabric softeners or corrosive products (chlorinated products).
• Air-dry, away from heat sources.
Composition
See product label
th
metacarpal fracture
metacarpal support
th
, position the hand with the palm facing upwards, gently insert the
A
to immobilise the 4
C
, inserting it into the loop provided, and tighten until sufficient support is
and 5
)
th
th
th
and 5
th
fingers ; by default with a dorsal rib
th
and 5
th
fingers together, which will lock the top part of
B
. Ensure that the palmar rib is
Keep this instruction leaflet.
