These short splints are used to immobilize the thumb while also allowing the wrist and other fingers to move. There are longer versions that address conditions that extend from the thumb to the wrist. They are commonly referred to as long opponens orthoses.
These devices may be suitable for individuals with:
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Ligamentous injuries to the thumb
Post-surgical treatment
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis