Ring Splints
What are Silver Ring Splints?
Silver Ring Splints are a patented finger splint made from sterling silver which are custom made and sent from the USA.
What are they used for?
Silver Ring Splints can be used for a variety of reasons including:
- hyperextension of small finger joints
- lateral instability (sideways movement)
- thumb stability
- promoting joint extension
- minimising and preventing further deviation of joints
- trigger finger
- dislocations and subluxations of the MP joints (knuckles)
What are the benefits?
- comfortable long term splint use
- ideal for those looking to avoid the stigma associated with typical “splints”, as they look like jewellery
- ideal for EDS/Hypermobile patients looking for MP joint support
- suitable for managing deformity in rheumatoid arthritis
What costs are involved?
Appointment Costs
Appointment #1 = $180 (including ordering) // Concession = $150
Appointment #2 = $80 for fitting (30 mins) // Concession = $60 (30 mins)
Splint Costs
Splints cost upwards of USD$91 (that’s for the basic hyperextension splint)
Shipping Costs
International Shipping = USD$16
Return Shipping from Australia if needed AU$25
Exchange Shipping = USD$16
For orders over USD $1000 = USD$65 + Australian Customs Tax [Option to split orders]
If you want to read more about the splints & the Silver Ring Splint Company, you can visit their website www.silverringsplint.com
What are Oval 8 Splints?
Oval 8 Splints are thermoplastic (very lightweight heat mouldable plastic) splints which are available in standard sizes only.
What are the benefits?
- they are relatively cheap (approx $25.00 ea)
- they are lightweight
- they are skin coloured, so blend in with most skin tones quite well
- locally accessible (therapist order)
- can be altered slightly by therapist to achieve better fit
What are they used to treat?
- Hyperextension of the small finger joints
- Promoting joint extension (worn the opposite way)
- Lateral instability of the small finger joints
What costs are involved?
Appointment Costs
Appointment #1: $180 (assessment, measuring & ordering) // Concession = $150
Appointment #2: $80 for fitting (30 mins) // Concession = $60 (30 mins)
Splint Costs
Splints: $25 + (or less depending on quantity)
Shipping Costs
To be quoted on ordering
