Thuasne Ligaflex Finger ā Immobilisation splint for the fingers, hand and wrist
Do you have an injury to one or more fingers where firm stabilisation and rest are required? The Thuasne Ligaflex Finger is a mouldable immobilisation splint for the fingers, hand and wrist. The splint restricts movement of one or more long fingers while also supporting the hand and wrist. This allows the injured tissue to rest and helps prevent unwanted movements from unnecessarily interfering with recovery.
The Ligaflex Finger can be used for certain finger fractures, flexor or extensor tendon injuries and injuries to the metacarpal bones, depending on the diagnosis and treatment advice. The rigid, mouldable support can be individually adjusted to the desired position of the hand, wrist and fingers.
This finger splint is particularly suitable when a simple finger splint or buddy taping does not provide enough stability and additional support from the hand and wrist is required.
Mouldable finger splint: can be worn palm-side or back-of-hand-side
The mouldable support of the Ligaflex Finger can be positioned either palm-side or on the back of the hand. This allows the splint position to be adapted to the type of injury and the required immobilisation.
The splint has two fixed and two removable straps that can be used to adjust the support around the hand and wrist. The finger sleeve helps keep one or more injured fingers in position and protects them while the splint is being worn.
Because the support is mouldable, a doctor, therapist or other healthcare professional can adjust the position to the required alignment of the hand, wrist and fingers.
When is the Thuasne Ligaflex Finger used?
The Ligaflex Finger may be used on medical advice for:
- Injuries to one or more long fingers
- Stable finger fractures
- Fractures or bruising of the metacarpal bones
- Certain boxerās fractures, depending on the location and alignment of the fracture
- Ruptures, strains or bruising of the flexor tendons
- Ruptures, strains or bruising of the extensor tendons
- Injuries to, for example, the index, middle or ring finger
- Situations where immobilisation of the fingers, hand and wrist is required
- Post-traumatic or post-operative immobilisation on the advice of a healthcare professional
In the case of a fracture, tendon rupture, dislocation or serious finger injury, it is important to have the hand medically assessed first. The correct position and degree of immobilisation depend on the type of injury.
Firm immobilisation for a broken or injured finger
For some injuries, supporting only one finger is not enough. When movement from the hand or wrist also needs to be restricted, the Thuasne Ligaflex Finger provides more stability than a simple finger splint or buddy taping.
The splint can immobilise several fingers at the same time and helps restrict unwanted movement during recovery. This may be relevant, for example, in a stable finger fracture, metacarpal fracture or flexor or extensor tendon injury.
Features and benefits
- Immobilises one or more long fingers
- Supports the hand and wrist at the same time
- Rigid, mouldable support for individual positioning
- Can be worn palm-side or on the back of the hand
- Suitable for various finger, tendon and hand injuries
- Two fixed and two removable straps
- Comfortable finger sleeve for positioning and protection
- Bilateral design: suitable for the left and right hand
- Available in four sizes
Contraindications and points of attention
Do not use the Ligaflex Finger:
- If it is not yet clear which injury or condition is present
- For an unstable or displaced fracture without assessment and treatment by a medical professional
- Directly on open, damaged or irritated skin
- If you have a known allergy to any of the materials used
If you suspect a fracture, dislocation, tendon rupture or serious hand or finger injury, we always recommend seeking medical assessment first. Incorrect positioning or insufficient immobilisation may negatively affect recovery.
How to determine your size
The Thuasne Ligaflex Finger splint is suitable for both the left and right hand and is available in four sizes.
Measure the indicated length between the wrist and finger according to the sizing instructions and compare it with the size chart below to determine the correct size.
Size chart for the Thuasne Ligaflex Finger
| Size | Hand length |
|---|
| 1 | 0 – 13 cm |
| 2 | 13 – 16 cm |
| 3 | 16 – 19 cm |
| 4 | 19 – 22 cm |
