Resting Hand Splint

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WARNING: 3D PRINTED THERMOPLASTIC HAND SPLINTS SHOULD ONLY BE USED BY LICENSED MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS. THIS CUSTOMIZED SPLINT SHOULD ONLY BE USED IN A CLINICAL SETTING AFTER CAREFUL EVALUATION AND TESTING HAVE BEEN COMPLETED. USERS ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SPLINT'S USE AND SAFETY. **DESCRIPTION** This customized resting hand splint is printed flat and heat-formed around a patient's hand, providing precise support and protection. It has been successfully used in a local children's hospital, where it is currently undergoing rigorous testing and evaluation to ensure its effectiveness and safety. The 3D printed splints offer significant cost savings and versatility compared to proprietary thermoplastic splints. They are up to 20 times cheaper and infinitely more adaptable to individual patient needs. **USE** The customized hand splints come in three sizes: small, medium, and large. To use them, the flat splint is submerged in boiling water for a few seconds, then quickly removed and formed around the patient's hand while it is still warm. Medical-grade padding material should be used to prevent skin irritation and ensure comfort. **LEARN MORE** This innovative project is part of our medical maker initiative, which aims to develop low-cost, high-quality medical devices that can improve healthcare outcomes worldwide. For more information about this project, visit our website at [www.progressth.org](http://www.progressth.org). You can also watch a video overview of the hand splint on YouTube: https://youtu.be/g5bXY1ezCk8