The Push Braces Ortho Thumb Brace CMC is a thumb brace used for osteoarthritis in the thumb’s meta-carpal joint (CMC).
The Push Ortho Thumb Brace CMC is recognised as the best thumb brace on the market for treatment of CMC joint injuries. The CMC brace stabilises the joint at the base of the thumb and positions the thumb metacarpal correctly which creates anarch. This ensures proper hand grip. It provides pain relief when experiencing thumb stress whilst allowing freedom in other joints of the thumb and wrist and assists in helping create an optimal functioning hand.
The CMC brace removes the need for custom made orthotics to stabilise the CMC-1 thumb joint by its pre-formed flexible plastic enclosure. The enclosure envelopes the base of the thumb and the bracing effect is created with an arc of aluminium following the contours of the lower aspect of the thumb embedded in the plastic. The aluminium splint can be manipulated for individual thumb contours and optimal stabilisation of the joint.
The brace is completed by fastening the two Velcro straps around the back of the hand which allows the brace to be easily fitted by the individual. The material and rounded edges allows for maximum comfort and is antimicrobial, can be used in water and can be dried easily.
What causes thumb pain?
Thumb arthritis is extremely common with one in every four or five people in Europe suffering from this form of thumb joint pain. It is considered as wear and tear of the articular cartilage and it particularly affects people between the ages 40 and 60. Arthritis of the joint at the base of the thumb, with weakened ligaments, results in functional instability.
What are the symptoms of thumb osteoarthritis?
Symptoms include:
- Thumb pain
- Reduced hand function
- Weakness and stiffness.
Arthritis of the thumb is an extreme disability as the use of the hand is fundamental to most areas of normal function.
When to use the Push Ortho Thumb Brace CMC –
- Osteoarthritis of the CMC-1 joint
- Post-operative after care of the CMC-1 joint
- Status after arthroplasty of the CMC-1 joint
- Instability of the CMC-1 joint
How to size and fit the Push Braces Ortho Thumb Brace CMC
linnihh –
I purchased the brace as a last resort prior to having to return to my GP for a steroid injection to calm my thumb joint pain due to osteoarthritis. I had stopped being able to play the guitar and was having to cycle less due to the joint pain. I initially purchased the incorrect size. I hadn’t thought to speak to the Vivomed advisers which you are encouraged to do. Following my mistake I spoke to them and they were very helpful with returning the brace for the correct size. I have now used the brace when cycling 8 miles and have played the guitar again. So far so good. Hopefully with use of the brace and daily thumb & hand strengthening exercises I will be able to avoid any further medical intervention for a while.
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Verified owner Sarah Highgate (verified owner) –
Having one already for my left thumb, I new it
made perfect sense to buy one for my right hand. They make life more bearable and less painful
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Verified owner Sarah Rydel (verified owner) –
I have a left and a right hand version. They fit ok (not great, but ok) and have definitely lowered my pain levels but there’s a bit of pinching in the web of my thumb on both hands. It’s perfect if I wear a plaster under that part but then you end up going through a lot of plasters because of hand washing. I’ve also tried the Mueller under wrap but not quite perfected how to wrap yet – if you go around the whole hand it can make the brace slide up slightly but wrap too much around just the thumb/web part it can ruin the fit.
Sometimes they feel a bit awkward to wear – I’d say restrictive, but I know that’s kinda the point! Maybe it just takes a bit of getting used to, plus I am hypermobile so I would imagine they are only restricting my movement to a “normal” level when I’m used to having extra range of motion compared to other people.
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Verified owner Lorna Cunningham (verified owner) –
This is the best brace for my kind of Arthritis. Left lower thumb bone. Its like a crash helmet for my hand, i can now lift without pain. I would recommend for anyone with this kind of Arthritis.
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Verified owner Enid Otun (verified owner) –
I bought this having had pain in the CMC joint in my left thumb due to osteoarthritis. Having tried multiple other splints as recommended by my GP, I finally found this one. It was more expensive than the others I had purchased, but I guess you get what you pay for. In this case, it has been excellent, and supports my thumb extremely well, lessening the pain and preventing me from having to have cortisone into the joint, which was the next step. Having had multiple cortisone injections into my lower back for osteoarthritis, I was reluctant to start that process over again…..!!! Highly recommended. Give it a few weeks, but all I can say is I have 85% -90% fewer painful events and can use it much better than before.
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Verified owner Kay Hambrook (verified owner) –
Having tried a lot of wrist and hand supports a CMC diagnosis led me to this support specifically for that joint. I was delighted with the effectiveness. Having now just had a CMC joint replacement on the right, I’ve bought the left hand version to help my other thumb with its unaccustomed extra use.
As well as working so well, this brace is not too bulky
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Verified owner Hayley Amanda Parsons (verified owner) –
This is helpful but very overpriced for what it is!
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Verified owner keith2611 (verified owner) –
I have been using a CMC brace on my right hand for a few weeks.
It provides good support.
Can be uncomfortable in use as it can pinch.
Do not wear for an extended period of time as the ventilation holes are inadequate and too few. Hands sweat and the sweat is trapped.
I find it uncomfortable when driving, but that may be the way l hold the steering wheel!
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Verified owner gwen gentle (verified owner) –
I this was recommended by my hand therapist, a little pricey but you get what you pay for.
Since receiving and wearing, the arthritis in my right thumb, although still present and which made my day to day activities really painfull has become bearable.
I can do most things in the kitchen ( chopping and slicing) was awful, I would have to call my husband. Now I can get on with tasks. I’m so greatful to my therapist for recommending this.
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Verified owner Johanna Battram (verified owner) –
I have been wearing another similar thumb splint which started well however the Velcro around the thumb was getting caught on everything and was irritating as well as jerking my thumb!
This one arrived quickly and omg the difference is wonderful it’s so comfortable to wear I’m hoping it relieves the pain.
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Verified owner Hazel Thornhill (verified owner) –
This brace was recommended by my Hand Consultant to stabilise the base of my right thumb, pending and to try and avoid an operation. It works well and is very supportive. I could wish that the base of the thumb area was a little deeper, but maybe I’m just not fitting it right. I have many hand supports over time, but this is one of the better ones so far and enables me to do more, more comfortably. Excellent service and value. I would recommend.
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