BraceAbility Ulnar Deviation & Drift Hand Splint | MCP Knuckle Joint Support Brace for Rheumatoid Arthritis & Tendonitis Pain Relief, Finger Straightener & Stretcher Glove - L (MED/LGE) Right

Splint for Ulnar DriftThis hand brace for ulnar drift supports the knuckles at the base of one's fingers, helping to maintain neutral alignment of these metacarpophalangeal (MP) joints. Doing so can help slow the drifting of the fingers toward the little finger.This, in turn, can help maintain the function of one's hands. The hand brace for arthritis also helps reduce pain associated with the joint deformity.Ulnar drift is caused by swelling of the joints at the base of one's finger that gradually displaces one's fingers, causing them to drift toward the pinky area (ulna) area of one's hand. This is typically caused by arthritis, with rheumatoid arthritis being the culprit more often than osteoarthritis.Besides causing pain and stiffness, this can also compromise one's ability to grip and the pinch things.This neoprene splint for ulnar drift also holds in heat, warming the knuckles and soothing discomfort. This is a great feature for treating various forms of arthritis.The soft-loop neoprene of the hand support for rheumatoid arthritis is soft against the skin. This material is also free of latex.The arthritic finger support encases the upper part of the palm and the fingers below the joint at the midpoint of one's fingers. The low-profile splint for ulnar deviation therefore leaves the rest of the hand unrestricted for normal movement. This is important for preventing any loss of strength or flexibility in one's fingers, hands, wrists and forearms.Plus the neoprene material itself is flexible. So while the arthritis knuckle orthotic supports and guides one's fingers, some degree of movement is still allowed.Treatment for Ulnar DriftThe displacement of one's fingers known as ulnar drift or ulnar deviation is a debilitating, frustrating occurrence associated with arthritis—mainly rheumatoid arthritis, but also osteoarthritis.