How do you brace a MCP joint?
Use the SilverRing™ Thumb MCP Splint to block hyperextension of a MCP joint. Use on thumbs that can actively abduct; do not use on thumbs that are adducted. A bracelet is available to secure this splint on the thumb and can be worn multiple ways. Try crisscrossing bracelet to secure bracelet better around the wrist.
What is an MCP splint?
An MCP blocking splint is often fabricated for patients with Stenosing Tenosynovitis or Trigger Finger. The splint allows full PIP joint and DIP joint motion while decreasing the friction between the flexor tendon and the pulley mechanism.
How do you heal a MCP joint in the thumb?
How is Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) Joint Arthritis Treated?
- Activity modification or hand therapy.
- Anti-inflammatory medications (oral or steroid injections)
- Cortisone injections (if medication fails)
- Simple splinting or flexible strapping.
- Topical skin creams.
How do you splint a trigger thumb?
To limit the range of motion and allow the thumb to rest, splint the thumb with an Oval-8 Finger Splint. This lightweight, comfortable splint may be worn prior to and following injections or surgery. The patient may also continue to wear the splint after symptoms resolve to prevent re-occurrence.
What is MCP hyperextension?
Compensatory MCP hyperextension is a pathologic component of basal joint arthritis that can lead to MCP arthritis and persistent pain after CMC arthroplasty. Addressing the MCP hyperextension deformity at the same time as CMC arthroplasty is important for an optimal surgical outcome.
How do you stabilize your thumb?
Use athletic tape to keep your thumb attached to your index finger. This stops the thumb from moving so that the ligament isn’t damaged any further. To treat a minor sprain, your doctor will have you wear a thumb spica splint or a cast to keep your thumb from moving.
What is the best splint for a Trigger Thumb?
How long should I wear a splint for Trigger Thumb?
Your doctor may have you wear a splint at night to keep the affected finger in an extended position for up to six weeks. The splint helps rest the tendon.
What is subluxation MCP joint?
If the collateral ligaments do not stabilize the MCP joint sufficiently, the proximal phalanx is drawn into the palm by the flexor structures. This results in volar subluxation of MCP joint in unstable volar thumb MCP dislocations. Unstable dislocation treatment, emergency open surgery and ligament reconstruction.
How do you fix a Subluxed thumb?
Put ice or a cold pack on your thumb for 10 to 20 minutes at a time. Try to do this every 1 to 2 hours for the next 3 days (when you are awake) or until the swelling goes down. Put a thin cloth between the ice and your skin. Prop up your hand on a pillow when you ice it or anytime you sit or lie down.
Should trigger thumb be splinted?
Treatment Options for Trigger Thumb To limit the range of motion and allow the thumb to rest, splint the thumb with an Oval-8 Finger Splint. This lightweight, comfortable splint may be worn prior to and following injections or surgery.
Which splint is right to treat your thumb pain?
Material. The quality of a splint is determined by the materials used in its construction.
What type of splint is best for thumb arthritis?
Place the loop over your thumb.
How to tape a sprained thumb or wear a splint?
– Rest your thumb on a soft surface and do not try to use it for things, particularly physical activities that could injure it further. – Apply ice to your thumb to help reduce pain and swelling. – Compress the thumb with the wrapping. – Elevate your thumb for five seconds and then bring it back to its resting position.
What is the purpose of a thumb spica splint?
DUAL METAL SPLINTS. This splints can strictly maintain the immobilization of wrist joint and reduce the pain for De Quervain tenosynovitis or other disorder.