Ulnar Deviation / Drift Hand Splint for Arthritis & MCP Knuckle Joint Support

Explanation of Ulnar Deviation: How This Hand Splint for Rheumatoid Arthritis Can Help This hand brace for ulnar deviation supports the knuckles at the base of your fingers, helping to maintain neutral alignment of your metacarpophalangeal (MP or MCP) joints. Though splinting has not been found to prevent deformity, it can help you maintain the function of your hands, reduce pain, prevent morning stiffness, relieve stress, and slow the shifting of your wrist and fingers in an ulnar direction. The ulna is a bone in your forearm, which is present on the same side as your pinky finger. What Causes Ulnar Drift? An ulnar drift deformity is most commonly characterized by ulnar deviation and volar subluxation of the metacarpophalangeal joints. This is most commonly caused by a chronic, progressive condition called rheumatoid arthritis (RA). RA is an autoimmune disorder that causes your immune system to target your joint tissue, resulting in inflammation and damage to both your MCP joints and