The Phalongo Fix Finger Splint is a specialized digital orthosis designed to immobilize the interphalangeal joints of the fingers. It is engineered to provide rigid support for the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th fingers, making it an essential device for the treatment of fractures, tendon injuries, and various finger deformities. Its padded, adjustable design ensures a secure and comfortable fit during the healing process.
Key Benefits:
- Stabilization for Fractures: Provides rigid immobilization to stabilize fractured or cracked finger bones (phalanges), ensuring proper alignment and creating an optimal environment for bone healing.
- Corrects and Manages Deformities: Effectively treats conditions like Mallet Finger by holding the distal joint in extension, and Boutonniere Deformity by supporting the middle joint, allowing damaged tendons and ligaments to heal correctly.
- Promotes Tendon Healing: For extensor tendon injuries, the splint maintains the finger in a neutral, extended position, reducing stress on the repaired or injured tendon to prevent re-injury and facilitate recovery.
- Relief for Trigger Finger: By restricting the movement of the affected finger, the splint helps to reduce inflammation in the tendon sheath, alleviating the painful catching or locking sensation associated with trigger finger.
Ideal For:
This orthosis is recommended for the following conditions affecting the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th finger:
- Fractures or cracks in the phalanges (finger bones).
- Traumatic damage to the interphalangeal joints.
- Mallet Finger or Baseball Finger.
- Boutonniere Finger Deformity.
- Extensor tendon injuries.
- Trigger Finger (Stenosing Tenosynovitis).
Features:
- Targeted Finger Immobilization: The design specifically immobilizes the proximal and/or distal interphalangeal joints while often allowing movement at the main knuckle (MCP joint).
- Anatomical Rigid Stay: Features a malleable aluminum or rigid plastic stay that can be contoured to the finger for a precise, custom fit and firm support.
- Padded for Comfort: Lined with a soft, breathable foam or fabric material to protect the skin and enhance comfort for continuous wear.
- Secure and Adjustable Fit: Utilizes simple hook-and-loop straps that allow for easy application, removal, and adjustment of compression as swelling decreases.
- Versatile Application: A single device can often be used to treat a wide range of common finger injuries and conditions.
How to Use:
- Gently place the affected finger into the splint, ensuring the rigid support is aligned correctly along the finger (top or bottom, as directed by your physician).
- Secure the adjustable straps snugly. The fit should be firm enough to prevent movement but not so tight as to restrict circulation.
- Check that the finger is held in the desired therapeutic position.
How to Care:
- Hand wash the splint with mild soap and cool water.
- Rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue.
- Allow the splint to air dry completely at room temperature before re-application.
- Do not machine wash or expose to high heat.
Material Composition:
- Splint: A lightweight, rigid, and malleable aluminum.
- Lining: Soft, closed-cell foam and breathable fabric.
- Fasteners: Medical-grade hook-and-loop (Velcro) straps.
