Ski thumb injury?
A ski thumb is a common injury among skiers, hence the name 'ski thumb'. However, the ski thumb is also known under the name 'gamekeepers thumb' or 'gamekeepers thumb'. A so-called ski thumb is often created by a fall, in which the person tries to catch himself with his hands. Another way is when someone gets a ball on their thumb (hence the name gamekeepers thumb).
So remember that a ski thumb can also arise during other (sports) activities. It can happen during sports or falls that the ligament of the thumb is affected. In a ski thumb, it is the ligament of the thumb that stretches, slacks or tears. The ligament is located on the inside of the thumb. When this is affected, the joint can become unstable.
Teyder Thumb Bandage Osteoarthritis / Rheumatism
This elastic thumb bandage is the ideal aid for osteoarthritis and rheumatism on the wrist and / or thumb. The elastic fabric forms perfectly around your hand. You will experience immediate relief!€29,95
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Sport Thumb Brace Thumb Guard
The Zamst Sport Thumb Brace is a thumb brace that can be deformed by heat. This fits perfectly and is ideal for use during sports activities!€44,95
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Sports Thumb Bandage / Wrist Bandage
The Thuasne Sport Thumb Bandage: a functional and comfortable thumb and wrist bandage in one with reinforcement at the thumb for extra support of the CMC and MCP joint.€34,95
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Ligaflex Rhizo Thumb Brace
The Ligaflex Rhizo Thumb Brace has a metal wire reinforcement, which immobilizes the thumb in a non-painful position. The pressure that the brace gives is easy to regulate and therefore ideal in case of thumb arthrosis.€27,95
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RhizoLoc Thumb Brace
This thumb brace is used to stabilize the thumb. You use this for a rupture or strain of the ligament on the inside of the thumb ('ski thumb'), arthrosis of the thumb (CMC1 arthrosis) or other disorders of the thumb.€49,95
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Push CMC Thumb Brace
The Push CMC Thumb Brace stabilizes the base joint of the thumb and positions the metacarpal bone of the thumb in a functional position. This preserves the function of the hand, but the pain is much less.€59,95
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Manutec CMC Thumb Brace
This plastic thumb brace is intended for people with osteoarthritis, rheumatism, pain in and around the thumb or an unstable feeling of the thumb joint. The big advantage of this brace is that it can get wet and is easy to keep clean.€74,95
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Teyder Thumb Brace / Wrist Splint Neoprene
The Teyder Neoprene Thumb Brace and Wrist Splint in one is a stable wrist splint with thumb that fits seamlessly around your arm. The wrist splint can get wet, has 2 removable ribs and an extra strap to stabilize the wrist as desired. Temporarily extra ch€39,95
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Ligaflex Manu Thumb Brace / Wrist Splint
The Ligaflex Manu Thumb Brace / Wrist Splint is a thumb and wrist brace in one and provides maximum support and protection. The wrist brace is ideal for instability, tendonitis, m. Quervain, ski thumb or with a carpal tunnel syndrome.€39,95
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Ryno Lacer Wrist Brace
The Med Spec Ryno Lacer Thumb Brace / Wrist Splint is a thumb and wrist brace in one and provides optimal support and protection. This wrist brace is ideal for instability, tendon infections, Quervain, ski thumb or carpal tunnel treatment.€64,95
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Teyder CMC Thumb Brace
The Teyder CMC Thumb Brace supports and stabilizes the thumb and can be shaped to the hand! Available in different sizes! Nowhere cheaper!€39,95
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Reh4Mat Sport Thumb Brace
The Reh4Mat Sport Thumb Brace is a lightweight thumb brace intended for use during sports. The thumb brace is provided with a thermoforming thumb cushion that prevents joint damage or injuries; ideal for an active life.€34,95
View and orderIn a ski thumb, it is the ligament on the inside of the thumb that is affected. The ligaments provide stability and firmness to the lower thumb joint. After a fall in which the thumb makes an impossible movement outwards, the ligament will tear, tear or stretch.
Causes of the ski thumb brace
The causes of a ski thumb often occur in falls. When skiing, a ski thumb is created when falling with the thumb hanging behind the ski pole. Injury can also occur if a lot of force is applied to the thumb joint. This can happen in the event of a fall or ball sports, when the ball lands on the thumb at a high speed.
Symptoms of the ski thumb brace
- Pressure on the thumb joint is painful
- Swollen thumb
- Less strength in the thumb
- Opening a jar or doorway is often painful
- Unstable thumb joint
Treating ski thumb with a brace?
The doctor or physical therapist will perform a valgus stress test. The thumb is pushed out and back in different positions. The stability of the joint is tested here. Where the doctor / physio can test the severity of the injury. The most important thing is often to rest for 3-4 weeks and to protect the thumb well (that it does not happen again). You can keep the joint stable using plaster, a thumb splint, or a thumb brace. ProBrace can give you the following advice:
- Bauerfeind RhizoLoc Thumb Brace , the thumb brace is individually adjustable, which stabilizes the thumb joint.
- Ligaflex Rhizo Thumb Brace , the brace is designed for the thumb only. This allows you to maintain the freedom of movement of the wrist joint with the best support of the thumb joint.
- Ligaflex Manu thumb splint / wrist brace: if you also have problems with your wrist joint, it may be good to take a combination of a thumb brace and a wrist splint.
