Abstract: The present invention relates to a gel shell splint for the hand which has an elongated support constructed of an elastomeric material that is shaped to fit the center portion of a human hand. The support is releasably secured around the hand with the support being secured on either the dorsal or palmar side of the hand. A rigid shell shaped to fit the center portion of the hand is releasably secured to the interior side of the support and a compressible pad is attached to the interior side of the shell.

Abstract: An extension block finger splint for treating proximal interphalangeal joint injuries is disclosed. The finger splint comprises a body including a first portion located distally of the proximal interphalangeal joint, the first portion comprising a curved member dorsally orientable about the distal interphalangeal joint. The body further includes a second portion hingedly and resiliently connected to the first portion at a predetermined an91e, the second portion located proximally of the proximal interphalangeal joint and comprising a curved member dorsally orientable about the finger adjacent the proximal interphalangeal joint. A mechanism, removably disposed on the body, is provided for increasing the predetermined angle by a predetermined increment. Further, a mechanism is provided for releasably securing the splint to the finger.