Splinting Wrist

Various uses for wrist splints
Wrist supports (splints) are used to provide support and/or immobilize injured/sprained wrists.

Wearing a wrist splint minimizes pressure on the median nerve and allows you a period of “relative rest” from movements that make carpal tunnel syndrome worse.

Guidelines for Wrist Splints
Consider the following guidelines when using a wrist splint:

  • When worn to stabilize the wrist during sleep, a wrist splint can reduce pain and pressure on the median nerve.
  • A wrist splint is not a substitute for good workplace design and proper body mechanics. Some experts advise against wearing a wrist splint while working, because doing so can strain the hand’s tendons.
  • A wrist splint is a helpful short-term treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome.
  • However, long-term use can cause your muscles to weaken. During and after a period of splint use, exercising and slowly increasing hand and wrist movements will help prevent your wrist muscles from weakening.

Symptoms:
There may be a variety of symptoms that lead to treatment by using a splint for the wrist. Those symptoms include the following:

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