Actimove Rhizo Forte Thumb Orthosis

$130.12

Actimove® Rhizo Forte is a thumb orthosis that holds the thumb in a functional position and immobilises the carpometacarpal (CMC — where the wrist meets the long bones of the hand) and first metacarpophalangeal (MCP1 — the knuckle joints where the fingers meet the hand) joints - the two joints at the base of the thumb that thumb osteoarthritis wears out. Restricting those joints while leaving everything else free is what takes the load off a painful thumb.

An aluminium core running across the palm can be adjusted and moulded to the individual hand, and the open, low-profile shape keeps the wrist and fingers free to move, so it can be worn through an ordinary day. Two hook-and-loop straps close with one hand.

The brace is made from dirt- and water-repellent materials, so it can stay on your hand while you wash them and dries quickly afterwards, and Actimove states it may be worn in contact with food. Ordered left or right.

Size S - Right (6.8-8cm) S - Left (6.8-8cm) M - Right (8-9cm) M - Left (8-9cm) L - Right (9-10cm) L - Left (9-10cm)

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Pickup available at 7225 Woodbine Ave

Usually ready in 2-4 days

Immobilises the CMC and MCP1 joints with the thumb in a functional position
Mouldable aluminium core shapes to the individual hand
Open, low-profile design leaves the wrist and fingers free to move
Dirt and water repellent for easy hygiene — can be kept on for hand washing
Hook-and-loop straps close with one hand
Not made with natural rubber latex

Mouldable aluminium core across the palm
Dirt- and water-repellent outer materials
Two hook-and-loop straps

Not made with natural rubber latex - suitable for those with latex sensitivity.

Thumb osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis of the thumb
Soft tissue injuries (sprains)
Ulnar collateral ligament injuries of the MCP 1 joint (e.g. skier's thumb)
Instability of the CMC joint
Ligament instabilities
Traumatic thumb dislocation
Post-surgical and non-surgical treatment

This is a medical-grade orthopaedic brace that incorporates rigid structural support. Braces and orthoses built with rigid components are usually covered under Canadian extended health benefit plans (e.g. Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Blue Cross, Green Shield Canada) when accompanied by a valid prescription from your physician or nurse practitioner. It may also qualify as an eligible medical expense under the CRA's Medical Expense Tax Credit. We're happy to prepare an itemized estimate for your insurer — use Get an Insurance Estimate for this item, or add several to your cart and request one for everything at once. No charge, and it's not an order. Coverage details, annual limits, and prescription requirements vary by plan, so please confirm your specific benefits with your provider and keep your prescription and itemized receipt for your claim.

Each Size is written as Size - Side:

Size — S, M or L, set by the palm-width figure in brackets
Side — Right or Left, the hand the orthosis is shaped for

Check the size chart below. If your measurements don't fit a size on it, contact us and we'll help.

Size	S	M	L
Palm width (cm)across the palm, below the knuckles	7 – 8	8 – 9	9 – 10

Close all straps before washing
Hand wash only, in water no hotter than 40 °C (105 °F), with a mild detergent
Do not bleach, dry-clean, tumble dry or iron
Lay the orthosis flat to dry, and make sure it is completely dry before wearing it again
Avoid laundry additives such as fabric softener, brightener or stain remover

Fit it with the straps undone and never pull it on under tension.

Unfasten the wrist and thumb straps
Slide your hand in with the straps at the back of the hand, putting the thumb through the thumb opening
Close the strap around the thumb first
Then close the straps around the hand
Mould the shape to your own hand for the best fit
Do not apply it with tension