Opponent Hand Orthosis

The Opponent Hand Orthosis allows free wrist movement.

The Opponent Hand Orthosis supports and maintains the palmar arches of the hand.

The Opponent Hand Orthosis can be heat moulded at low temperature for patient customisation.

Features of the Opponent Hand Orthosis

• Constructed of lightweight Kydex plastic
• Can be heat moulded 
• Washable, breathable wicking foam liner

The Opponent Hand Orthosis is ideal for the following conditions

• Finger and thumb contractures
• Post trauma to palm

Sizing for the Opponent Hand Orthosis

How to use the Opponent Hand Orthosis

1. Pre-position fingers and thumb by manually stretching and extending the fingers in the Orthosis
2. Attach middle strap over MP joints
3. Secure thumb strap around thumb
4. Check web space for excessive pressure and/or blanching
5. The palm should fit snugly over the Orthosis
6. Attach wrist strap around wrist.. Attach remaining finger strap over IP joints. Be sure there is no blanching of the fingertips.

Attaching the Liner:

1. Attach liner to adhesive strips on Orthosis
2. Attach optional MP Strap to adhesive strip provide on the back side of the Orthosis in the palmar area with loop away from the thumb
3. Secure all straps sewn to the liner around the back of the Orthosis and over remaining adhesive strips

Care instructions for the Opponent Hand Orthosis

• Wash periodically by hand with a damp cloth and mild soap
• Use a towel to absorb most of the dampness and then allow to dry at room temperature
• Do not hang up, or iron and do not expose to direct heat sources such as stoves, heaters, radiators, direct sunlight etc
• Do not expose to alcohol, ointments or solvents