Turnbuckle Functional Position Splint

The Turnbuckle Functional Position Splint is a dynamic splint that permits application of incremental low-load force to the wrist joint to gradually reduce contracture while hand is aligned in a functional position. The patient must have passive finger extension and wrist contracture cannot exceed 90° flexion.

A stainless steel turnbuckle joins the hand and forearm portions of the splint's Kydex® shell. Soft, padded two-part Beta PileII™ cover is comfortable against skin. The padded straps are reinforced with hook and loop® loops in areas of repetitive closure.

Measure the patient's wrist contracture before applying splint. Adjust splint tot the approximate angle you measured. Apply straps and adjust the turnbuckle to create tension (but not torque) at the wrist. As the contracture eases, continue adjustment of the turnbuckle in order to maintain corrective tension. Once the wrist can tolerate neutral position, a simple splint adjustment allows further range of motion.

Sizing: Approximate

• B fits smaller women
• C fits larger women and smaller men
• D fits most men