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Moving with Rheumatoid Arthritis: How Relative Motion Orthoses Support Hand Function

Moving with Rheumatoid Arthritis: How Relative Motion Orthoses Support Hand Function

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) often affects the hand joints, causing pain, swelling, and loss of function. In addition to medication, Relative Motion Orthoses (RMOs) offer targeted support without restricting movement. They help reduce pain, correct instability, and support daily hand function. Their flexible design adapts to fluctuating RA symptoms, promoting comfort and independence.
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Get inspired by our free Splinting Guide featuring static and dynamic orthoses. With clear visuals and practical tips, it’s the perfect tool to support your orthotic decisions and improve patient care.

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Hand and Wrist Conditions in Pregnant and Postpartum Women (Orthotic Solutions)

Hand and Wrist Conditions in Pregnant and Postpartum Women (Orthotic Solutions)

As Certified Hand Therapists, we see these conditions all too often. Patients report new onset of pain in their hands while pregnant or as new mothers, and this makes perfect sense. They've gone from casual daily tasks to becoming a 24/7 baby-care machine.
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Orthotic fabrication for kids

Orthotic fabrication for kids

How do you get kids to cooperate with orthotic wear? How do you make sure the orthosis will stay put on their extremity? And how do you make an orthosis on a child that can’t sit still?
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Rock Climbing and Injuries to the Upper Extremity

Rock Climbing and Injuries to the Upper Extremity

A recent article in the Journal of Hand Therapy examines pulley injuries among rock climbers, specifically Grade I, II, and II A 2 pulley injuries and the benefits of using a pulley ring orthosis.
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Beyond plaster

Beyond plaster

Low temperature thermoplastic material used for orthoses can be a superior alternative to traditional plaster cast material. Unlike most plaster casts, which must remain dry, many orthotic fabrication materials are designed to be water-resistant, allowing users to get in the water without compromising the immobilization of their injury.
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SHAP3D | User testimonial

Discover the first 3D printing filament that combines the precision of 3D pritning with the properties of our splinting materials.
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Hand Therapy for Cyclists

Hand Therapy for Cyclists

During long bike rides, prolonged pressure on the handlebars can sometimes lead to irritation or tingling in the fingers on the ulnar side of the hand. Wearing an Orficast orthosis inside biking gloves has proven to be an effective solution to help reduce numbness and discomfort during cycling.
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Back in the Game with Orfiguard

Back in the Game with Orfiguard

In high-contact sports like soccer, injuries can be a major setback. For Mason, a dedicated player for Doncaster City FC, a fractured eye socket and broken cheekbone suffered during a tough tackle on November 1st meant weeks on the sidelines, but he wasn’t ready to stay off the field for long.
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Choosing the Perfect Material for your Orthosis

Choosing the Perfect Material for your Orthosis

Choosing an appropriate thermoplastic material is one of the most important aspects of orthotic fabrication. If you understand the properties and possibilities of each material, you will always be able to select the perfect material.
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10 Reasons why Orficast is the thermoplastic material you want to use

10 Reasons why Orficast is the thermoplastic material you want to use

Orficast is an innovative, textile-like thermoplastic material designed for immobilization applications. Made from stretchable, self-adhesive thermoplastic fibers, it offers exceptional adaptability and ease of use.
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