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Custom Splints and Comprehensive Care at SoBrook Occupational Therapy
At SoBrook Occupational Therapy, we specialize in creating custom splints designed to meet your unique needs. Our splints can serve a variety of purposes, including protection for injuries such as fractures, facilitating healing after surgery or trauma, and improving range of motion through stretching and exercise support. In addition, custom splints aid in managing arthritis, tendonitis, and other chronic conditions.
We conduct thorough evaluations to identify the root causes of your discomfort, whether it’s pain, stiffness, or difficulty with daily tasks, and adapt your treatment through ongoing reassessments at every visit.
At SoBrook OT, we combine customized splinting with tailored therapy solutions to help you achieve relief, recovery, and improved function.
Take the first step toward healing — contact SoBrook OT today.
How We Use System Interactions to Address the Root Cause of Your Symptoms
At our occupational therapy practice, we understand that the body’s systems are deeply interconnected. Symptoms in one area often stem from issues elsewhere, and addressing these underlying causes is key to effective care.
Here are a few examples of how system interactions impact common concerns:
- Wrist Pain: Wrist discomfort might actually be caused by dysfunction in the shoulder, not just the wrist itself.
- Handwriting Challenges: Difficulty with handwriting may be linked to retained primitive reflexes, which can limit the effectiveness of standard strategies like hand strengthening or repetitive writing drills.
- Carpal Tunnel Symptoms: Numbness and tingling in the hand could originate from issues in the elbow, shoulder, or neck rather than the wrist alone.
By understanding these deeper connections, we are able to target the root causes of your symptoms helping you achieve lasting relief and improved function. Explore how we can help you move, work, and live better.
Contact us today to learn more.
What are Splints?
Splints are supportive orthotic devices used to protect, immobilize, or support joints and bones, promoting healing, preventing further injury, and reducing pain. Whether for injury recovery, chronic condition management, or therapeutic goals, splints play a critical role in rehabilitation and care.
Types of Splints
Static – a static splint is an orthotic rigid device that is designed to immobilize a joint in a fixed position. Normally used to prevent injuries, protect joints, provide support, prevent contracture, or relieve pain.
Pre-Fabricated – Pre-fabricated (off-the-shelf) splints are pre-made in standard sizes and designs, offering a more affordable and readily available option. While pre-fabricated splints feature soft padding and rigid support elements, they may not offer a perfect fit for all anatomies or conditions. Our team can help you select the best option for your needs.
Dynamic – designed with movable parts like springs or elastic bands, dynamic splints apply continuous, gentle force to improve range of motion and joint function. These splints are ideal for tendon and nerve injuries, post-surgical stiffness, joint contractures, or severe muscle weakness.
Neoprene – made from soft, flexible neoprene, these splints provide gentle compression to reduce pain and swelling while allowing controlled movement. They are particularly effective for managing hand or wrist arthritis and healing sprains.
At our clinic, we specialize in creating custom splints and guiding you in choosing the right type for your condition. Our goal is to ensure comfort, function, and optimal healing with every splint we provide.
Discover how splints can enhance your recovery — contact us today.
Custom Splint Benefits:
- Immobilization
- Pain Relief
- Individualization
- Protection
- Range of Motion
Is a Custom Splint Right for You?
Custom splints are expertly crafted from thermoplastic materials to provide a precise, tailored fit that supports your unique anatomy. These splints are designed to immobilize specific joints in the ideal position, helping to promote healing, reduce pain, and improve function.
Custom splints are adjustable, allowing your therapist to modify the fit as your condition evolves. They are durable, easy to clean, and highly effective. While often more expensive than pre-fabricated options, their precise fit makes custom splints worth the investment.
Why Choose SoBrook OT for Custom Splints?
At SoBrook Occupational Therapy, we specialize in crafting custom splints that address your unique needs. As a Certified Hand Therapist, Tatyana Khazanova uses her expertise to design and mold splints that fit your anatomy and target your specific condition.
If you’re experiencing pain, limited motion, or functional challenges, a custom splint could be the solution you need. Schedule an appointment today, and let us help you find relief and regain functionality with a personalized approach to care.