These following guidelines should be aptly considered when using a carpal tunnel wrist brace.
- A wrist splint is a helpful short-term carpal tunnel syndrome treatment. However, long-term use can cause your muscles to weaken. During and after a period of splint use, exercising and slowly increasing hand and wrist movements will help prevent your wrist muscles from weakening.
- When worn to stabilize the wrist during sleep, a wrist splint can reduce pain and pressure on the median nerve.
- A wrist splint is not a substitute for good workplace design and proper body mechanics. Some experts advise against wearing a wrist splint while working, because doing so can strain the hand's tendons.
Carpal tunnel wrist brace are available in drugstores and pharmacies without a prescription. It is also sold by recommendation from an orthopedic doctor by some medical supply houses. Physical and occupational therapists can make custom-fit splints from lightweight materials that are more comfortable to wea
Carpal Tunnel Wrist Brace Guidelines
