Ligaflex Rhizo
Static thumb splint
Features & benefits
- Patented stainless steel wire frame in the thumb web space immobilises the thumb in a painless, analgesic position.
- Opening at the thumb column to prevent any pressure on the painful zone
- Comfortable product thanks to the Zirtex® fabric at the thumb: thermal barrier, moisture-wicking.
- Inner lining in Thermytex fabric: breathable and antibacterial.
- Two Velcro straps for easy fitting of the product.
Suitable for long-term wear
Indications
- Immobilisation of the trapeziometacarpal joint in early osteoarthritis of the thumb.
- Pain at the base of the thumb.
- Peri-scaphoid joint disease.
- Following surgery
- Thumb prosthesis
- Trapeziectomy
- Surgery for fractures at the base of the 1st metacarpal bone: Rolando or Bennett’s fracture.
- Mild thumb sprain
- Rhizarthrosis
Sizing guide
Fitting & user guide
- Open the wrist straps.
- Slip the thumb into the splint.
- Adjust the wrist strap, pulling it through the tightening loop.
- Adjust the thumb strap.
In the event of discomfort, the stays can be shaped to fit the thumb web space.
Care instructions
Machine washable
- Do not use detergents, fabric softeners or aggressive products (products containing chlorine)
- Squeeze out excess water.
- Dry away from heat sources.