Thumb Support / Thumb Splint

What is thumb support?

Thumb support is a brace designed to provide support, stabilisation and protection to the thumb. It usually consists of flexible materials, such as neoprene, splints, Velcro or elastic straps.

What's the effect of wearing a thumb support?

A thumb support will give you support when you're experiencing pain in the thumb joint. By wearing a thumb support, the thumb joint will be prevented from making certain movements. This will give the joint rest, causing it to recover from complaints in due time.

Can you play sport with a thumb brace?

Various injuries can occur during sports. To prevent this as much as possible, wearing a thumb brace is recommended. It provides support and protection for the thumb. There are various sports you can play with a thumb brace, such as basketball, volleyball, tennis, fitness and football.

Can a thumb support get wet?

The thumb splint, or thumb support, may never get wet. It can, of course, be washed by hand very shortly. But we never advise going swimming or showering with the brace.

How long am I supposed to wear a thumb support?

How long one has to wear a thumb support depends on their complaints. Because everybody is unique, one will be rid of its complaints sooner than someone else. In some cases, complaints are permanent. Think of Osteoarthritis. Specialists always advise to only wear the thumb brace when you're actually experiencing complaints. So if you're for example, experiencing complaints during work or household activities, you only wear the brace during these moments.

Most common thumb complaints

Many complaints can occur in the thumb joint. Not every thumb brace helps for all thumb complaints. To help you as much as possible, we have listed the most common complaints. This will help you find the thumb splint best suited for you.

• Broken thumb
• Instability of the thumb joint
• Overstretching
• Rheumatism
• Sprain or distortion

Thumb braces for left & right

Our range includes thumb braces for both left and right hands. In addition, some braces are suitable for both hands. You can find more information on this in the brace's product information.

Want to buy thumb support?

Would you like to buy a thumb brace, but would prefer more information? If so, you can contact us without obligation. A team of therapists is on hand every day to advise you on the best brace. You can then easily order it from our webshop. You also have the option of having the brace measured by us. To do this, schedule an appointment with our customer service team. And if you are not satisfied, you can return the thumb brace to us free of charge.