Hand Splints for Arthritis Pain Relief | Function Splints

Hand pain due to arthritis can be excruciating. If you are having difficulty performing common tasks because of arthritis pain, try using a hand splint to help with the pain.

Function

• Splints are used to immobilize or offer compression to the hand.

Size

• Measure the circumference of your palm to find the size that will best fit your hand. An ill-fitting splint will not help your pain and may even make it worse.

Considerations

• Choose a splint in a washable fabric and a darker color to minimize unsightly stains.

Types

• Splints that immobilize are used for arthritis pain that is caused by movement.
  Splints that offer compression are used for pain caused by inflammation.

Identification

• Compression splints are made from a tight-fitting material and often have no rigid parts. Immobilization splints have a rigid piece that prevents the wrist from bending and may have straps to secure the splint.