WHFOs are similar to wrist hand orthoses (WHOs), but extend to the tips of the fingers and thumb. They are used to prevent loss of range of motion or contracture at the wrist and fingers. WHFOs can be static or incorporate a joint for progressive stretching.
These devices may be suitable for individuals with:
Cerebral Palsy (CP)
Stroke
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Traumatic brain injury
Spinal cord injury
Conditions requiring contracture management
Burns
Trauma