Rhizomed Thumb Brace

Rhizomed Thumb Brace The Rhizomed is a thumb brace to provide orthopaedic support for the thumb saddle joint. It helps stabilize the thumb saddle joint and the basal thumb joint, with individual adjustment and a simple slip-on system. Features & Benefits Light aluminum design enables individual adjustment as an option Fingers can move freely Easy handling thanks to open slip-on design Stabilization of the thumb saddle joint and basal thumb joint Reduction of movement-related pain due to immobilization of the thumb No pressure is exerted on the operative stitches due to the open design Contains rigid material Indications Rupture of the ulnar lateral ligament Rhizarthritis Irritations of the basal thumb joint and thumb saddle joint (posttraumatic, nonsurgical, postoperative, e.g. gamekeeper's thumb) Postoperative immobilization Sizing Size Length X-Small up to 8 cm Small 8 - 10 cm Medium 10 - 12 cm Large over 12 cm