Introduction
The DonJoy® Ergoform Thumb Brace is a high quality thumb support for grade 1 and 2 ulna collateral ligament sprains of the MCPJ of the thumb. They are aslo great for the weeks after removal of a plaster following collateral ligament repair of the grade 3 lesions. These are the most commonly missed thumb injuries. Functional malleable thumb brace indicated for rhizarthrosis of the thumb. What is rhizarthrosis? Rhizarthrosis, also known as trapeziometacarpal osteoarthritis, is a type of arthritis that primarily affects the thumb base or, more precisely, the trapeziometacarpal joint of the hand.
Indications
•Partial immobilisation of the thumb after surgery or trauma
•Pain relief in Rhizarthrosis
•Immobilisation following gamekeeper's thumb
•Metacarpo-phalangeal sprains.
Information on Ordering
For the best fit measure for the size based on wrist circumference.
Product Code____Sizes (cm)
82-96190 ErgoForm, 12-16cm, Size T0
82-96191 ErgoForm, 14-18cm, Size T1
82-96192 ErgoForm, 18-22cm, Size T2
Innovations
• Ergonomic design
• Universal model, fits either right or left hand
• Easy application via adjustable strap and “Stop Strap” system
• Malleable aluminium thumb stay for optimum positioning
• Distal strap to secure thumb
• Advanced Ozone™ material, promotes air flow
• Breathable in general use, providing good skin care and around-the- clock comfort in different heat and humidity conditions
• Anatomically designed, providing tailored individual fit
• Lightweight, low profile design
• It is recommended to seek advice from a medical professional to guarantee optimal fitting
CMCJ OA
John Hardy, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon working at a Private London Clinic said "I use them for grade one Gamekeepers Thumb in skiers and after injection of patients with osteoarthritis of the carpometacarpal joint (CMCJ) of the thumb.
If your patient has osteoarthritis at the base of the thumb you have a high chance of controlling symptoms with simple conservative treatments like Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatories, a temporary splint for rest and occasionally a cortisone injection. The need for surgery for this condition is rare and no one should be offered it without an attempt at simple treatment first.
I do the injection using a local anaesthetic so there is no pain. I mark the level of the joint with my fingernail.
I then ask a nurse assistant to hold the patient by the thumb to distract the CMCJ. I first use a 2 ml syringe and a blue needle with 2ml of 1% plain lignocaine local anaesthetic and then about 10mg of kenalog cortisone". I always warn the patients about the very small risks of a flare up over the first 24 hours, infection, depigmentation, lipoatrophy, syncope and no cure. The DonJoy® Ergoform Thumb Brace is very comforting worn after the injection.