Core Elastic Wrist Brace

Core Elastic Wrist Brace Features

• No Stabilizers
• Ideal for Light Support
• Breathable, durable elastic material
• Comfortably supports the wrist
• Reduces wrist motions contributing to carpal tunnel
• Dual-tension elastic provides graduated support
• Swelling reduction
• Retain proprioception (sensory perception of area)
• Retain strength
• Limits abnormal motion but allows appropriate and necessary motion
• Indicated for:
  - Wrist Sprain/Strain
  - Ligament Injury

What to buy with Core Soft Wrist Brace

• Fabrifoam Pediatric CarpalGard Wrist Support
• The Carpal Solution Carpal Tunnel Wrist Support
• Fabrication Point Relief ColdSpot Lotion Gel

Measurement & Fitting of Core Dual Tension Wrist Brace

• Measurement
  • Snug Fit Measurement: Devices are sized at a compressed fit.
  • Measuring loose vs. skin tight can result in incorrect measurement.
  • Measurement taken as wrist circumference.
  • Forearm measurement around the largest part of the muscle group.
  • Can be dictated by support used.
• Fitting Instructions:
  • Choose best device for injury.
  • Style of support given to patient is usually based on occupation.
  • Support length should be enough to control stresses at wrist for patients level of activity.
  • If control of the thumb needs limiting, a brace with this function should be considered.
  • Pre-shape removable Palmer Spoon as appropriate.
  • Fitted with patients palm facing up (Supination).
  • Open brace and fit from back side of the hand to palm side.
  • Secure velcro tabs with appropriate tension starting at the finger end and finishing at the wrist end of the brace.
  • The boney prominence on the wrist (Ulnar Styloid Process) can make it difficult to fit wrist supports because of pressure points.
• Post Fitting Instructions:
  • Check fitting through function.
  • Make sure brace has been fitted with appropriate strap tightness.
  • Check to see if removable Palmer Spoon is fitted appropriately and is comfortable.
  • Brace should not dig into or irritate boney prominence on the wrist (Ulnar Styloid Process).
  • Fitted with palm facing up.
  • Open brace and fit from back side of the hand to palm side.
  • Secure velcro tabswith appropriate tension starting at the finger end and finishing at the wrist end of the brace.
  • Decrease compression from elbow forearm towards fingers (elbow to fingers).
  • Disengaging Velcro and securing tabs prior and after wearing will help with future fittings.
  
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