The wrist joint is responsible for all hand movements, and since it is so mobile, there is an increased risk of injury, especially during sports. Wearing a wrist brace can help prevent injuries and speed up recovery. It fixes the joint in the correct position, protecting it from possible dislocations and damage. Some devices can also massage the wrist and keep it warm. Browse our range at Pharmacy Direct to find the right support braces for your needs. All orders over $99 will be shipped for free across Australia.
Choosing the best wrist support brace
Wrist braces are intended to speed up rehabilitation after an injury or as a preventive measure during sports. Its use is recommended in the following cases:
- Bruises, sprains, and injuries to the ligaments and muscles of the wrist.
- After surgery - to reduce the risk of recurrence and speed up recovery time.
- After removing the cast or splint - to maintain the wrist in the correct position.
- Arthritis, arthrosis, bursitis or instabilities of the wrist joint.
- Inflammation of the synovial membrane (synovitis) or other chronic inflammatory conditions.
- After injuries - to reduce pain, minimise pain shock, and immobilise the injured limb.
- During sports (e.g. tennis or powerlifting) - to reduce stress on the wrist.
To pick the right supportive wrist brace, you should first determine how rigid you need the support to be, depending on the purpose of use. At Pharmacy Direct, you can find wrist supports of different flexibility types, including:
- Easy fixation. These wrist bandages are suitable for arthrosis, arthritis and inflammation therapy. They usually have a warming effect and can massage the hand to stimulate blood circulation.
- Medium fixation. Such braces are used for moderate injuries (bruises, subluxations and sprains) and professional sports. It can help reduce the load on the arm and avoid pain and swelling during training.
- Stabilisers. Recommended for severe injuries like bone fractures and torn ligaments, and after surgery. They can fix the wrist in one position, preventing joint dislocation and reducing the armload.
In addition, we offer wrist braces with finger fixation. They are equipped with an additional anatomically shaped stiffening plate for fixing the finger joint. You can also consider elastic wrist support straps for easy joint fixation during sports or rehabilitation. Thanks to the excellent stretch material, the band wraps tightly around the hand, effectively supporting the joint.
Consult your physician to determine the correct size and flexibility of the wrist support brace you need - we provide all the necessary product features on our site. If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our pharmacists - our friendly team of experts is always available to provide professional advice.
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