Stabilizing orthosis for stabilization of the thumb saddle and first metacarpophalangeal joints.

Following thumb joint injuries, such as tears or pulls to the collateral ligaments ("skier's thumb"), or for indications of osteoarthritis (arthrosis of first carpometacarpal joint) or irritati-on, RhizoLoc stabilizes the thumb saddle and metacarpo-phalangeal joint. A Velcro tab allows the mobility of the joint to be limited as treatment requires.

    * comfortable and stable
    * easy to put on and take off
    * breathable material

Good news for skier's thumb sufferers!

The RhizoLoc thumb orthosis has an individually shapeable aluminum strap which stabilizes the thumb saddle and metacarpo-phalangeal joint. This allows for optimal regeneration of the affected collateral ligaments. A special Velcro tab can be adjusted in order to limit the movement of the metacarpo-phalangeal joint and to immobilize it as treatment requires.

Secure and comfortable

With its Velcro fastenings, the orthosis can easily be put on and taken off by the patient. The orthosis can be adapted to the patient's individual thumb size by means of the adjustable thumb tab. The breathable material with its integral pores allows air to circulate, thereby preventing the skin underneath from becoming sweaty or itchy. The RhizoLoc therefore sits securely in an anatomically correct and comfortable position on the hand for effective therapy.

Slip on the Bauerfeind RhizoLoc® thumb splint for fast relief from painful overuse syndrome.  It can be worn at work or during sports to restrict painful thumb joint motion.  Adjustable Velcro® closure pulls back the thumb so motion at the joint is effectively limited.

• Product Features:
• Individually shapeable aluminum in strap ensures maximum stability of the thumb saddle and thumb joint (first metacarpophalangeal [MCP] joint)
• Adjustable Velcro thumb tab provides adjustable restriction of movement at the base of the thumb
• Adjustable Velcro fastenings around the wrist and thumb for individualized compression, precise fit, and ease of fitting and removal
• Soft, seamless, lightweight, breathable material with air pores allows air to circulate so your skin can breath
• Medically effective support, leaves fingers completely free for full movement
• Thumb can still be used for grasping and daily activities can continue uninterrupted
• Can also be worn at night with no compression, by loosening the straps
• Fits easily inside a glove
• Latex free
• Machine washable
• Available in 2 sizes with Right or Left versions
• Titanium color

Can be used to treat:

• “Technology” Thumb, such as text messaging, games, and cell phones
• Skier’s thumb (Lateral ligament lesions of the first metacarpophalangeal [MCP] joint)
• Gamekeeper’s thumb
• Osteoarthritis and chronic arthritis affecting the thumb and joint
• Irritation in the region of the saddle and first metacarpophalangeal [MCP] joints of the thumb
• Collateral ligament injuries