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The Role Of A Freehand Brace

By Eliza Mendoza


Freehand brace is a rubber like materials that are worn on the arm, wrist, fingers, elbows, over the forearm and arm. They were developed in the past as small clothing that was worn on different parts of the arm. They have been improved with time to better qualities. The earlier ones could be said to be inelastic but the modern ones are very flexible.

These pieces of rubber come in different sizes. The piece that is worn around the elbow is not the same as that which is worn around the thumb. People have different arm sizes and hence this is put to consideration. They also come in an array of colors but most people like the ones that are dull in color.

The rubber is purchased from companies that manufacture it. There are several companies that have specialized in producing rubber. Once the rubber is acquired, it is confirmed to be of the soft and flexible form. The confirmation process is to ensure that they do not produce in fits that are rigid. Rigid in fits harden the exercise to be done by the hand.

After all this, the rubber is sliced into smaller sizes. The sizes depend on where the in fit will be worn. The smallest in fit are those that are purposed to be worn around the fingers. The slicing is done by machines that run on specified programs. The fixation part follows after this. The two edges of the chopped rubber are stuck using some glue. Slight melting is then done on the stuck places.

Dyes are then added to the rubber to achieve certain colors such as black. They are then packaged according to the sizes and are now said to be ready for the markets. Most the hand fits are sold domestically and not internationally. This is because the production process is quite simple and most countries can undertake in the activity.

Theses in fits have merits. They help to treat bone abnormalities. Individuals who have mallet fingers are advised to put them on. They help in bone remodeling and hence straighten curved fingers. They are comfortable for activities such as writing. Secretaries whose job is writing many drafts require them. They help reduce the friction.

They have several demerits. They easily get worn out. This is especially for people who participate in rigid activities such a playing guitars and pianos. A musician may therefore require many pieces. They are quite restrictive especially for people who have are not used to them. Rigid in fits could alter the performance of a certain activity for example writing.

Freehand Brace is being manufactured for many reasons. Their great application has led to their high demand. Some of the reasons include medical recommendations, application I sports and music and moreover in office use. In offices, they are used by secretaries who do a lot of typing.




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