Hand splint for contractures Parsnip with washable cover

This small inflatable splint was specially developed for people with serious hand and finger contractures, eg after stroke. The Parsnip consists of a conical Urias®-Johnstones splint, coverings and a pump. Inflatable splints with the mouth, developed by Margaret Johnstone. This concept is constantly being updated by the PANat scientific group

• All products used are latex-free
• Made from PVC lining
• High temperature heat welded seams
• Including hand pump with spherical lamp *
• Including 2 x polyester covers *
• Width: 10 cm (approximately 3.9 cm)
• Length: 28 cm (approximately 11.02 inches)

* Colors may differ from the images shown

2 coverings are provided so that it can be washed regularly without the person having to miss the splint. The splint is drawn with the point from the index finger through the closed hand by pulling on the loop until the desired place is reached. The Urias®-Johnstone splint is then pumped up using the pump until the desired thickness is achieved. To remove the Parsnip, insert the pump upside down into the tube. The Parsnip splint is easy to use and can also be laid by an attendant or family member. The splint and the covering can be washed by hand, using a mild soap and warm water.

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They are used in therapy for stroke and MS patients, plexus injuries and all conditions that can lead to contractures.

Target:

• Positioning (for a limited time)
• Maximum sensory input due to the well-distributed pressure
• Possible applications:
  • movement therapy: one can practice proximal joints (eg shoulder) while the distal (eg elbow, wrist and fingers) have no chance of getting into a wrong pattern
  • early weight transfer to a plegic member
  • aid for limb check: eg. an arm splint is applied in gait rehabilitation to prevent associated reactions from occurring

Urias splints are made from a specially developed PVC. The inner layer is a unique soft PVC that feels pleasant to the patient and distributes the pressure extremely evenly. The outer layer is firmer and gives the stability. Because the splints are transparent, one always has a perfect visual check on the position of the limb.

Via the link to PANat you can download a brochure with theoretical and practical explanation. Inflation must be done by mouth, because only then will you be sure of a good temperature and a maximum pressure of 40 mm Hg. Special filters can be used to prevent breathing fluid from entering the splint when inflating. For hygiene reasons, small individual mouthpieces are available for use on the filters or on extension tubes (not directly on the splint). The splint may not be applied to a limb in direct sunlight, otherwise a greenhouse effect will occur and burns may occur.

Safety instructions:

• during 'hands on' or 'hands off' therapy sessions (depending on the splint) max. 20 minutes or 1 hour / session for the splints for adults, with a maximum pressure of 40mmHg
• Always use indoors, no direct sunlight
• after use, always clean splints with a regular soap, allow them to dry thoroughly with an open zipper by hanging the splint
• limited service life, depending on the conditions of use, cracks will appear in the area of the weld after a while. The upholstery is washable for extra comfort and hygiene.
  
  

More info how to use: see pdf

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