What is the Aircast A2 Wrist Brace with Thumb Spica? Adjustable, lightweight & removable wrist/thumb brace that can also be used as a protective cast. Protects the wrist & thumb following fractures & sprains while permitting full finger function. When can I use it? Following a broken wrist or sprained wrist. Following a broken thumb or sprained thumb (Skiers Thumb). Ideal during the healing stage of wrist & thumb ligament injuries & following surgery. When you dont want a smelly wrist stuck inside a heavy old plaster. Which size do I need? Measure around wrist at widest point. If you are between sizes, please choose the larger size. Small 12.7-16.5cm (5-6.5) Medium 15.9-19.7cm (6.25-7.75) Large 19-22.9cm (7.5-9) How does it work? It has a strong but lightweight plastic shell that protects & immobilises the wrist & thumb as well as an old fashioned plaster cast
- except its much easier to wear, & can be removed to allow you to wash & carry out supervised exercises. This speeds up the healing process. The Aircast A2 Wrist Brace with Thumb Spica has two dual stabilisers above & below the wrist, that are designed to support the wrist & prevent movement. Adjustable Velcro straps ensure a personalised fit. The Thumb Spica provides additional protection for the thumb & another Velcro strap ensures thumb immobilisation in a neutral position. This is ideal for allowing thumb injuries to heal.