Epitact Day and Night Thumb Brace Kit

When suffering from arthritis, using your thumb joint can be really painful and worsen your condition. With the Epitact Day and Night Thumb Brace Kit, you can keep doing your normal activities during the day while completely resting your thumb at night. The flexible brace is for use during the day and is designed to retain needed dexterity, while the rigid brace is for night time use and immobilises your thumb to help you get a comfortable, pain-free sleep. 

What's Included?

• 1 x Flexible Thumb Brace
• 1 x Rigid Thumb Brace
• 1 x Set of Instructions for Flexible Brace
• 1 x Set of Instructions for Rigid Brace
• 2 x Washing Nets

What Size is Right for Me?

The flexible thumb brace for day time use is available in three sizes that should fit most people. Please measure circumference of your wrist and consult the table below to find your ideal size:

The rigid thumb brace for night time use is also available in three sizes that should fit most people. Please measure the circumference of your palm and consult the table below to find your ideal size:

Who Can Benefit from the Epitact Thumb Brace Set?

Both braces are made specifically to treat thumb joint pain related to arthritis, including issues caused by root orthosis. The inclusion of both a night and a day brace means that this kit is the perfect choice for anyone looking to expedite their recovery.

Provides 24-Hour Support 

With both braces in the kit, you can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with all-day support and pain relief for your thumb joint. The day brace is flexible, allowing you to retain the dexterity needed for daily tasks like texting, cooking and driving. When you are ready to rest your hand or go to bed, simply switch to the rigid night brace, which offers a greater level of thumb immobilisation to reduce the progression of arthritic pain. 

Key Features and Benefits of Epitact Flexible Thumb Brace 

• Preserves thumb without immobilisation to aid everyday activities 
• Relieves joint pain caused by arthrosis at base of thumb
• Specially designed not to impede use of hand 
• Reduces painful micromovements
• Holds thumb in resting position to help expedite recovery
• Maintains localised warmth within joint
• Ultra-lightweight and thin design is comfortable and unobtrusive 
• Machine washable at 30°C and includes washing net
• Class 1 medical device 

Key Features and Benefits of Epitact Rigid Thumb Brace

• Holds thumb in immobilising resting position during sleep 
• Relieves joint pain caused by arthrosis at base of thumb
• Reduces painful micromovements
• Anatomical design morphs to hand
• Maintains localised warmth within joint
• Sweat-draining fabric maintains hand hygiene 
• Ultra-lightweight and thin design is comfortable and unobtrusive 
• Class 1 medical device 

How Do You Use the Thumb Braces?

Both braces are really easy to apply, simply slide your hand through the opening like a glove. 

For a demonstration of how to apply the Epitact Flexible Thumb Brace please watch the video below:

For a demonstration of how to apply the Epitact Rigid Thumb Brace please watch the video below:

The Day Sleeve Helps with Everyday Activities 

This arthritis thumb day sleeve is specially designed to retain the dexterity of the wearer to help with everyday activities like driving, texting and writing. The flexible design gives your thumb a greater level of freedom without having to compromise on support.

The Night Sleeves Helps You Get Peaceful Sleep

Designed to be light and thin, as well as contour to the shape of your hand, the arthritis night sleeve is as unobtrusive as possible to make sure your hand is comfortable while you sleep. 

Important Information

• Do not use either brace on injured skin
• Remove splint if too tight and impedes circulation
• Do not use near a flame

Care Instructions

• Flexible Brace
  • Machine wash at 30°C or by hand with soap and water (without rubbing)
  • Leave to dry naturally
  • Do not iron
  • Reusable for several months
• Rigid Brace
  • Hand wash at 30°C with a mild soap, without detergent or bleach.
  • Leave to dry naturally
  • Rinse well and squeeze to expel moisture
  • Do not expose while drying to a source of direct heat (radiator, sunlight)
  • Do not use any stain removers.

Composition

• Flexible Brace
  • 86% Polyamide/Elastane fabric
  • 14% Silicone
• Rigid Brace
  • 57 % textile (Polyamide, Elasthan, Polyester)
  • 43 % TPE thermoplastic elastomer