Description
Exos Short Arm Fracture Brace
The Exos Short Arm Fracture Brace is a specially designed brace for the purpose of supporting and protecting major fractures of and injuries to the wrist. This wrist support boasts the exclusive boa adjustable closure system which allows for the tiniest of circumferential adjustments to be made by the physician.
This item ships manufacture direct and they can sometimes take 1-3 business days regardless of the shipping method you chose.
**Note – All Exos braces must be fitted by a trained healthcare professional. Not for general consumer use**
**Note – Non-Returnable Once Opened**
Features:
- Can be used for acute wrist injuries
- Excellent for post-op usage
- Boa Locking Ring
- Radiolucent
- Waterproof
- Antimicrobial treated
- Thermoformable and reformable
- Easy to clean
- Latex free
- Available in a variety of color options
Brand: Exos
Exos Short Arm Fracture Brace Sizing Options:
|
Left |
Right |
Size |
|
310-31 |
310-32 |
X-Small |
|
310-41 |
310-42 |
Small |
|
310-51 |
310-52 |
Medium |
|
310-61 |
310-62 |
Large Exos |
|
310-71 |
310-72 |
X-Large Exos |
The Exos Short Arm Fracture Brace provides a secure fit that will help to heal the wrist injury while maintaining optimal patient comfort. This unique brace erases the necessity of splitting casts or bivalving them to prevent certain syndromes from occurring, such as Volkman’s Ischemia. Plus, it is radiolucent for easy X-Ray imaging.
To order the Exos Short Arm Fracture Brace or any of other great products, simply place your order through our website. You can also call 1-888-687-4334 to speak with one of our friendly Customer Service Representatives.
Exos General Size Guidelines
| Size | Fit |
| X-Large |
Adult Men over 6’ and 250 lbs |
| Large | Adult Men 5’9” to 6’0” 170-250 lbs |
| Medium | Adult Men 5’8” to 5’10” 160-175 lbs |
| Small | Adult Women 5’6” to 5’9” and 120-140 lbs |
| X-Small | Age 6-12 |
| XX-Small |
Under age 6 |
Indications:
The Exos Short Arm Fracture Brace (SAFB) provides stabilization of the distal radius, distal ulna, and wrist joint
Contraindications:
Not for use on patients with known allergies to foams, adhesives, or plastic products
Precautions:
- Brace should be fitted by a qualified healthcare professional
- Do not heat the brace while it is on the body
- Ensure the brace isn’t too hot prior to applying
- Brace should be sized to the patient for proper support and function
- Take care with delicate or compromised skin to not apply the brace too tightly
- Instruct patients on proper tensioning and under sleeves to avoid friction and shear
- Do not heat to greater than 100 degrees Celsius
Operating the Lacing System
To Loosen:
- Lift the Boa knob
- Pull the tab
To Close and Tighten:
- Push the Boa knob down
- Turn the Boa knob Clockwise
- Ensure Boa knob is depressed into the locked position while worn
Heating and Application:
- Open and unfold the brace
- Heat the brace to 93 degrees Celsius
- Heating should take approximately 5 minutes
- Brace should be cool enough to handle comfortably
- Dry the skin thoroughly prior to application
- Fit the brace to the patient
- Remove slack by tightening the Boa knob
- Do not tighten fully until brace reaches room temperature
- Mold the brace into the desired position
- Once brace is hardened, tighten to the desired tension
