Thumb Spica Splint Pattern
One of the important things to do when applying a thumb spica is to create a pattern. A proper thumb spica splint pattern(1) allows the splint to remain on the thumb, and also for easy removal when needed. It is important to put the splint in a pattern. There are several types of thumb spica splint patterns(2) that can be used when applying the splint. Some brands of thumb splints even allow a single pattern to be able to form multiple types of splints. We will examine the different types of thumb spica splint patterns(3) and how they are used.
Usually a thumb splint is put onto the wrist and covers the thumb. They are put on in a certain pattern that keeps it on the area, yet allows the splint to be removed easily when needed. The pattern allows the thumb spica to wrap around the injury and keep it stable. The patterns come in different styles, depending on the brand of thumb splint.
There are some thumb spica splints that have only one pattern, yet allows for multiple types of splinting. The Techform functional splinting system system is one of these. It has only one thumb spica splint pattern(4), yet can be changed to become different types of splints for the wrist and hand. This ability to change splinting types allows the Techform splint to help treat arthritis and all kinds of wrist and hand injuries.
Many thumb spica splint patterns(5) help keep the spica on the hand. Usually the patterns of different brands will be similar to each other because they all work the same way. Some brands, like the Techform, only have one pattern yet allows for multiple types of splints.
The pattern used by a thumb spica splint help keep it on the injury without it falling off. The pattern must also be made in a way to allow removal of the splint when needed. Some forms of thumb spica splint patterns(6) allow a single splint to function as multiple splints. Almost all the patterns used by thumb spicas are similar to each other. This is because there are certain patterns that work better than others, and allows the splint to function well.