Thumb braces

Welcome to our online store's "Thumb Braces and Supports" category! As the name suggests, a thumb brace provides essential support to your thumb. We offer high-quality thumb supports designed to meet a wide variety of needs. Whether you are looking for injury prevention, injury treatment, pain relief, post-operative care, occupational use, occupational healthcare, physical rehabilitation, or sports, you will find the perfect solutions for your specific requirements.

In our selection, you will find various brands and models of thumb braces and splints that provide excellent support and stability. These support products are specifically designed for the needs of physical rehabilitation, fitness, professional athletes, and active individuals. Whether your sport is running, soccer, basketball, volleyball, floorball, tennis, orienteering, golf, cycling, skiing, or any other physical activity, we have the right, high-quality thumb brace / sports support for you.

An easy way to get premium thumb braces is to pick them up from our store in Oulu or conveniently order them online from our web store. We ensure fast delivery so you can start using your supports as soon as possible.

What is the best thumb brace for you? Check out our buyer's guide here.

Procare Universal Thumb-O-Prene - Thumb braces with splint - 79-82700 - 1
Procare Universal Thumb-O-Prene - Thumb braces with splint - 79-82700 - 2
Procare

Procare Universal Thumb-O-Prene

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(1)
39,90 €
In our stock 2 pcs
Orders made on weekdays before 13:00 will be sent on the same day
Bauerfeind RhizoLoc - Thumb braces with splint - 12053300080601P - 1
Bauerfeind

Bauerfeind RhizoLoc

Stabilizing orthosis for the thumb saddle and first metacarpophalangeal joints
(0)
89,90 €
Multiple options
Qmed Manu Universal, one size - Wrist and thumb braces - DRQF3C - 1
Qmed Manu Universal, one size - Wrist and thumb braces - DRQF3C - 2
Qmed

Qmed Manu Universal, one size

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44,90 €
Will be ordered separately from the supplier.
Shipping time 1-2 weeks

What is a good / the best thumb brace for you?

 

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Thumb pain is an unpleasant nuisance that can even restrict your daily life or sports activities. The thumb can be sprained, for example, by falling, or a ligament injury can occur in ball games where collisions can damage the thumb joints. Sometimes repetitive, monotonous work that strains the upper limbs also causes pain in the thumb joint, most often the CMC joint. Thumb problems can also stem from diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory pain due to tendonitis (tenosynovitis), or there can be wear and tear, osteoarthritis (arthrosis), in the thumb joints. The thumb joint may be swollen, or it may ache during exertion. Resting pain can also occur. A sore, inflamed, or injured thumb joint needs support, rest, and pain relief. You can find many kinds of thumb braces online. The best and most suitable thumb support for you can be found by considering a few of the factors below before making a purchasing decision. After this, it will be easier to choose from the comprehensive selection in our online store.

Intended Use

It is a good idea to consider the intended use of the support before purchasing an orthosis. In our diverse selection, you will surely find the perfect model for you. Do you want to use the brace preventatively, during sports, or in everyday use? Do you need support for the wrist joints in addition to the thumb, or do you need support before a thumb joint surgery or for post-operative rehabilitation?

In our online store, choosing a support based on its intended use is a step easier: using the top and side menus or filters, you can display not only supports intended for a specific body part but also those tailored for several common diagnoses or other intended uses.

Price Range

The price of a thumb brace is determined by the material used, the manufacturing method, and the user's selection criteria. The prices of the most affordable thumb supports, intended for mild stabilization and sports use, typically start at around 20 euros, while the most comprehensive, sturdier thumb orthoses with wrist support can be worth several hundred euros. Between these extremes, there are many types of joint supports designed for various intended uses.

Choosing the Right Size

To find the right size, you should check the product's size chart. Depending on the manufacturer and the model of the brace, the size is usually chosen based on the circumference of the wrist. In some models, however, the width of the palm or the measurement from the wrist to the thumb IP joint determines the correct size. There are also 'one-size-fits-all' models available, which most often fit both the right and left hand. Therefore, look closely at the product-specific size chart if you are considering between several brands or models.

Types of Thumb Braces

In our online store, thumb braces are divided into four different groups:

Elastic and flexible thumb supports provide, as the name suggests, flexible support to the thumb, and their material can be, for example, compressive knitwear that ergonomically follows the thumb or warming neoprene. Elastic or so-called pharmacy thumb braces are mostly quite lightweight and fit well under a sleeve. They are often lightly stabilizing and are primarily suitable for mild thumb instability, pain, and irritation. There is also a specific model for children among the elastic thumb supports. Elastic supports can be used for many purposes, which you can easily filter in our online store using the Features filter.

View our online store's elastic and flexible thumb supports »

Splinted thumb braces are considerably firmer than elastic ones, and they are often custom-contoured. Some models also incorporate a wrist support, and in some, the support splints are adjustable from the palmar and dorsal sides of the brace. A splinted thumb brace is particularly suitable for use in thumb ligament injuries, pain caused by tenosynovitis, post-rehabilitation of a scaphoid fracture, or to alleviate rheumatic pain.

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Thumb braces with wrist support (Thumb Spica) are suitable when you want firmer support for the thumb and simultaneously support the wrist. Wrist instability, thumb MCP joint injuries, rheumatoid arthritis, wrist or thumb ligament sprains, and wrist or thumb osteoarthritis (arthrosis) can be reasons to choose exactly this support. Symptoms of tenosynovitis (such as De Quervain's) and carpal tunnel syndrome can also be alleviated by choosing a thumb brace with wrist support. In our online store's selection, you will also find thumb braces with wrist support in children's models.

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Rigid frame thumb braces are designed for use, for example, after a fracture, dislocation (luxation), or severe sprain, or in situations where you want to immobilize or align the wrist and/or thumb/fingers into a specific position. In some models, the frame of the support can be individually molded, which allows shaping the desired position separately for the wrist, palm, fingers, and thumb. Among rigid frame thumb braces, there are models that are also suitable for correcting malalignments, for rheumatics, or for pain relief in carpal tunnel syndrome. You will also find resting orthoses in the menu for rigid thumb braces.

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Why should you buy a thumb brace?

A thumb brace may be necessary if a problem has been detected in the thumb or if you are aiming to prevent issues. Such problems can include loose ligaments, thumb instability, incorrect movement patterns, hypermobile joints, pain conditions, rheumatic pain, or tenosynovitis. A thumb brace helps both preventatively and in the treatment of various after-effects. High-quality thumb supports are an effective way to prevent injuries and ensure faster rehabilitation. They offer optimal support and stability while allowing for the necessary mobility and flexibility. Thanks to high-quality materials, they are durable and comfortable to wear. Give your thumb the support and protection it needs - explore our selection through our online store's "Thumb Braces" category and find the best and most suitable support for you.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions about Thumb Braces

It is important for a thumb brace to be snug enough to support the thumb in the desired way. The support must not pinch, squeeze, chafe, or be too loose.

The use of a thumb brace is justified when pain, inflammation, stress-related symptoms, or the aftermath of a trauma have been observed in the thumb. A thumb brace stabilizes the position of the thumb, allowing it to rest and the pain and other symptoms to be alleviated. A thumb brace can also be used for prevention and to support functional capacity (e.g., in daily activities and hobbies).

First, it is good to know what is expected from the thumb brace. Do you want the support to include a splint, restrict a specific direction of movement, or also include wrist support? Based on the intended use, it is easier to choose a suitable model. Different categories of thumb braces can be found here.

First, you should determine the intended use for the thumb brace. Do you want support for the wrist in addition to the thumb, is a lightweight fabric thumb sleeve enough, or do you need the strong support of a rigid splint? Is the brace intended for an already existing injury, for prevention, or, for example, for post-operative rehabilitation? Based on the intended use, it is easier to find the right kind of product from our selection. In our online store, you will find comprehensive descriptions of the features and intended uses of our thumb braces. You can also get help from our customer service in choosing the right thumb brace if needed.

Thumb braces can be compared based on, for example, the need for support, manufacturing materials, degree of compression, and the donning and fastening methods.

In our online store, every thumb brace product page has a "size chart" heading. Using the size chart, you can easily choose the right size for yourself.

As the name suggests, a thumb brace supports the thumb. The brace can provide preventative support (e.g., early stages of rheumatic pain), or it can be used after an injury has occurred (e.g., various pain conditions, ligament sprains, thumb instability after surgery or rehabilitation, rheumatic pain). Therefore, we can confidently state that yes, a thumb brace helps!

You can also use a thumb brace at night if there is a need for it. For example, during tenosynovitis of the thumb, it is highly recommended to use a splinted thumb brace so that the thumb remains at rest to alleviate pain.

A thumb brace can be used in several different sports where the thumb needs external support. Such sports include, for example, volleyball, basketball, floorball, golf, shooting, and ice hockey. However, all splinted thumb braces may not be suitable for sports like volleyball or sports where a tight grip on the playing equipment is required.

Yes, you can. For example, in assembly line work, or if your job description involves a lot of manual repetitions or computer screen work, a thumb brace is an excellent addition to support the thumb.

The Avoris Oy online store has a wide selection of high-quality thumb braces suitable for various purposes directly in our own warehouse. Orders over 60 euros are delivered free of charge. Exchanges and returns are free. Products are easy to order online or pick up from our store in Oulu.

Avoris Oy, Haaransuontie 13 B 1, 90240 Oulu, Finland