Oval-8 Finger Splint, Support and Protection for Arthritis, Trigger Finger or Thumb, and Other Finger Conditions, 1-Pack, Size 2

Was having Trigger finger in pinky finger. Gripping anything small like a fork or toothbrush would lock it. Finger was very sore. Put Oval-8 on and could tell difference in overall soreness overnight. The splint really allows finger to rest and would not allow it to move into the lock position. Splint was very comfortable and easy to wear and sleep in. I wore it full time first 3-4 days and have start taking off for hours at time without finger triggering to a locked position. A little bit of soreness as a result of finger being held in straight position but that goes away quickly after taking splint off and moving finger freely. Oval-8 has been a very effective product for me.Only issue was sizing. Went to Oval-8 web site printed out instructions to measure finger. Ordered a single splint only because the singles delivered overnight and the 3 size packs were taking a week plus. First splint was small but still comfortable enough to wear. Ordered next size up as soon as I put the first one on. Once in correct size it's almost like it's not on.

Oval-8 Finger Splint Single Size Pack - Size 9 (Package of 1)I was delighted to find this design of finger splint, having struggled with athletic self stick bandages, clumsy braces, and those horrible metal splints. I have managed two trigger fingers for years using a tube made out of athletic bandage at night to keep the fingers straight and allow them to rest.When I developed a trigger thumb, it was critical to find a way to immobilize the thumb as I wanted to avoid surgery. I found the Oval-8 originally in a medical supply store while looking for a better athletic tape, and was absolutely delighted at the simplicity of design, sturdiness, and easy of use. Cheaper to buy on Amazon as well.Each sized splint is designed to be both a full and half size depending on which end is put on first - and my thumb swells occasionally, so I keep several sizes on hand and can easily choose the right fit for that day. Washing hands, using gloves, performing any task is pretty easy with minor functional issues (hard to put on jewelry for example). After about 6 months of wearing the Oval-8, my trigger thumb pain and inflammation is gone, and I can actually function without it now.Be aware that if you wear the Oval-8 18-24 hours a day, you may develop skin irritation at the points of most contact. I solved that problem by wearing a small bandaid over the knuckle of my thumb (just wear a larger size Oval-8).Theorizing that my condition likely would reoccur if I just stopped using the Oval-8, I now wear the splint at the office for computer work, and at home part of the day. I remove it when I get home from work and use the hand normally during the evening. Then I use one of the tubes I create from a pretty purple athletic wrap, so my hand is quite the sight at night, with the thumb and two fingers decorated! Using the softer option for sleep works for me.I highly recommend the Oval-8. Ingeniously designed products like this help consumers of health care manage conditions that otherwise require invasive techniques at much lower cost with many fewer side effects. As a medical librarian, I teach consumer health and plan to use this experience as a case study example for my workshops.

I had two knuckles replaced due to severe arthritis, and now they are tending to bend sideways. I have tried many splints and these are very good.I did not review them as 5-stars because:(1) They could have rounded the edges so they are not sharp, but they didn’t(2) They could have made them oval, as no one’s finger is round, so they nearly break the skin. I shouldn’t have to try to file the edges smooth.(3) You cannot buy a package of more than one of the same size, and I think having to pay $15 every time they fall off and disappear is a rip-off.They’re not visually obtrusive, which I like, but the sizing is difficult to estimate and VERY hard to read on the band itself. I don’t recommend using them while cooking, because they will slip off when rinsing/washing your hands frequently. Don’t use them with rubber gloves on either; they will disappear. only use them on dry hands.A good basic design that they could perfect. Steep price for a piece of plastic! Buy several at once because you will probably lose it once you get used to wearing it, and then you’ll be frustrated at paying $15 + shipping/tax and having to do without it for several days. So, potentially $45 for back-up splints - 3 bits of plastic.

Once you get the correct size these splints work great. I have a bone spur on my index finger, which is causing it to corkscrew. This small brace is comfortable And hold my finger in place just enough to keep it Progressing. Otherwise I would have to have surgery to have it fused. I would go to hand specialist and have them try different sizes on you. Then you can order them here.