Upper limb orthoses are orthopaedic devices used to immobilise, stabilise and decompress the joints and muscles of the arm.
Upper limb orthoses include devices for:
Such orthoses help relieve pain, restrict unwanted movements and create conditions for safe recovery after injuries, surgery and disorders of the joints and tendons.
Upper limb orthoses are used in orthopaedics, traumatology, neurology, sports medicine and rehabilitation.
Upper limb orthoses are orthopaedic devices used to immobilise, stabilise and decompress the joints and muscles of the arm.
Such orthoses help relieve pain, restrict unwanted movements and create conditions for safe recovery after injuries, surgery and disorders of the joints and tendons.
Upper limb orthoses are used in orthopaedics, traumatology, neurology, sports medicine and rehabilitation.
The primary purpose of an orthosis is to stabilise a joint or part of the limb and reduce the load on damaged tissues.
Orthoses help:
Upper limb orthoses may be prescribed:
In many cases, an orthosis helps reduce the load on the affected area and speed up recovery of arm function.
Custom fabrication tailored to each patient’s individual needs
Our centre fabricates:
Selection of the design depends on the diagnosis, activity level and the required degree of fixation.
Used for light joint support and prevention of overloading.
Provides more pronounced stabilisation and restriction of movement.
Indicated for: injuries, during recovery, joint instability and post-operative care.
Used when maximum stabilisation of the affected area is required.
Selection of the device depends on a number of individual factors assessed by the specialist during examination.
Selection depends on:
An incorrectly selected orthosis may:
At our centre you can receive a free orthopaedic consultation.
During the consultation, the specialist will:
After injuries, surgery and in cases of joint conditions, the arm often requires additional support and load restriction.
An orthosis helps:
The cost of an orthosis depends on: the type of design, degree of fixation, materials used, fabrication complexity and the patient’s individual characteristics.
Approximate pricing for upper limb orthoses
The exact cost is determined following consultation and device selection.
Our centre offers free provision of upper limb orthoses under the government rehabilitation aid programme.
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Answers to common questions
Even small hand movements place constant strain on the joints, ligaments and tendons. Without fixation, damaged tissues continue to be irritated, causing pain and inflammation to persist longer. An orthosis helps stabilise the hand and reduce the load during everyday activities.
An elastic bandage mainly provides compression and light support. An orthosis offers more stable joint fixation, can restrict specific movements and is better suited for recovery after injuries, surgery and pronounced instability.
Prolonged use of a mouse and keyboard places constant strain on the radiocarpal joint and tendons. With inflammation, carpal tunnel syndrome or chronic overloading, an orthosis helps reduce the load on the hand and decrease tissue irritation.
Yes. For carpal tunnel syndrome, an orthosis helps keep the hand in a more neutral position and reduce pressure on the nerve. These orthoses are particularly common for use at night or during manual work.
In many cases, modern orthoses provide the necessary fixation while offering greater comfort, access to the skin and the ability to monitor tissue condition throughout recovery.
Yes. Certain orthoses are used to support the hand and forearm in neurological conditions where movement control is reduced or joint instability develops.
Insufficient fixation may not reduce joint load, while overly rigid fixation can restrict movement more than necessary. For the hand, it is especially important to maintain the right balance between support and arm functionality.
Most modern upper limb orthoses allow partial finger mobility and the ability to perform basic everyday tasks. However, this depends on the design of the device and the level of fixation.
Yes. With repetitive movements, heavy lifting or strain on the hand, an orthosis helps stabilise the joint and reduce overloading of the tendons and ligaments.
If a joint or tendons continue to be overloaded after injury, inflammation and instability can worsen. Timely fixation helps create safer conditions for tissue recovery.
Yes. In many cases an orthosis is used specifically during manual work, sport, prolonged load or repetitive movements, when the joint requires additional support.
A correctly fitted orthosis:
