This splint consists of two classic swan neck splints- one for the DIP joint and one for the PIP joint- hinged together into one piece. The hinged design allows completely free flexion of both joints while the splints provide protection from hyperextension and help to keep them stable.
Since nearly all IP joint splints can be hinged together you can also select the "hinge only" option in your desired metal to add just a hinge to your order to connect two other IP splint types, or if you already have splints at home that you would like to connect.
The regular style lateral and double lateral support splints can be hinged worn on either the DIP (upper) or PIP (lower) joint, while the swirl styles can be worn on the PIP joint only. Mallet support and any wide band styles cannot be hinged. Feel free to mix and match your metal types using the "hinge only" option and separate splints to add your own creative touch!
When selecting the "hinge only" option to connect splints you already have, the sizes of the splints are still required to ensure that the hinge is being made to the proper size as multiple gauges of wire are used based on splint size. Please do not skip the ring sizes when ordering. The hinges are very easy to apply yourself so there's no need to send your splints in to have them connected, but I'm always happy to do so if that's what you'd prefer. Just send me a message prior to ordering to set up sending your splints back in to have the hinge added for you.
These splints are adjustable within about a half size larger or smaller and the length can be adjusted to ensure a proper customized fit.
