Instructions for wearing your custom-made splint

It is important that you look after your splint. Please read this leaflet carefully, and follow the care advice given. As a Trust we are trying to improve our sustainability, and reduce our carbon footprint and costs to the NHS. If you have any questions, please speak to your therapist.

Your splint

Only to be used by (insert patient name): _________________________________________

Type of splint: ________________________________________________________________

Date: ________________________________________________________________________

Name of therapist: _____________________________________________________________

Hospital site: _________________________________________________________________

Wear 24 hours a day: yes / no (delete as appropriate)

Wear night time only: yes / no (delete as appropriate)

Functional use only: yes / no (delete as appropriate)

Other: _______________________________________________________________________

How do I clean my splint?

Clean your splint using soap and lukewarm water. Dry your splint thoroughly before putting it back on.

What if I have any pain, irritation, or swelling?

Contact your therapist if you have any of the following.

• Red or irritated skin.

• Pain from your splint.

• Swelling, undue stiffness, or numbness.

How do I look after my splint?

• This splint is for your use only.

• Your splint is made from low temperature thermoplastic materials. It can change shape if exposed to short periods of high temperature or long periods of low temperature.

• Do not expose your splint to an open flame.

• Do not add any padding material, as this will change the fit of your splint.

• Do not change or adjust your splint.

• Please speak to your therapist before driving again. You may need to let your insurance company know that you are wearing a splint.

What if I have any questions or concerns?

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your treatment, please call the Hand Therapy Service on 01227 783065.