The Schein Hallux Valgus Splint is a semi-flexible plastic splint with a padded closed-cell foam toe section, designed to be worn overnight. It holds the big toe in position and applies gentle pressure to the bunion to ease pain and help prevent it from worsening. Light traction gradually corrects the deviation of the big toe over time. The splint’s curve follows the instep, similar to footwear, and an adjustable hook-and-loop strap and forefoot pad give a custom fit.
Key features:
- Semi-flexible plastic splint: holds the big toe in position overnight
- Padded closed-cell foam toe section: comfortable against the toe
- Gentle pressure on the bunion: eases pain and helps prevent it from worsening
- Light traction: gradually corrects the deviation of the big toe
- Adjustable forefoot pad and hook-and-loop strap: custom fit
- Curved to follow the instep: similar to footwear
- Left and right versions
Indications:
- Bunion (hallux valgus) pain
- Deviation of the big toe
Fitting and precautions:
- Don’t force the splint
- Discomfort shouldn’t be severe enough to prevent restful sleep
- Adjust the strap to give a custom fit
Sizing (Australian shoe sizes):
- Small: men’s 4 or less, women’s 6 or less
- Medium: men’s 5 to 7, women’s 7 to 9
- Large: men’s 8 and above, women’s 10 and above