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TO FAQS FOR THERAPISTS
We recognize that each patient you encounter has a unique
set of needs. This is why we don’t mass-produce anything,
and instead encourage you and your patient to think of SIRIS™
Splints as a toolkit for creative, thoughtful, and sometimes
completely original approaches to splinting. And as you think
about splinting and the enormous variety and complexity of
hand dysfunction we suggest you follow a few guiding principles
that, in our experience, lead to success.
Be Creative. In the normal population, fingers vary
considerably in shape and size. This becomes even more pronounced
with trauma or chronic disease. While the splints shown in
this catalog address most hand dysfunction, you will encounter
situations that require something completely new. We encourage
you to call or write for advice. We are experienced professionals
and are eager to discuss how our flexible product line can
be adapted to unique situations.
Include your Patient in Decision-making. Determine
your patient’s major concerns. Are they looking to avoid
surgery, normalize hand appearance, or merely alleviate pain?
What activities have become difficult because of hand dysfunction
and where could you provide stability to increase function?
We know that this kind of involvement is something you probably
do anyway. But let us underscore that in our experience, the
more a patient is included in the decision making process,
the greater the compliance with the therapy. This gives the
patient a much-needed sense of control about something that
will have a great impact on their life.
Consider Function AND Appearance. Obviously a splint
that functions well will only be successful if the patient
wears it. Every aspect of SIRIS™ Splints addresses both
halves of the splinting equation: therapy and patient self-esteem.
They are the perfect therapeutic shape as well as light weight
and attractive. We use gold and silver for a host of practical
reasons. They are strong and malleable, and able to withstand
repeated adjustments to tighten or loosen the fit. They are
hypoallergenic, easily cleaned, and can even be sterilized
when used in a controlled environment. But they are also attractive
to wear, encouraging patients to leave their splints on during
all activities from gardening to dining at a 4-star restaurant.
Evaluate the Total Cost of Splinting. It is tempting
to look at the cost of a plastic splint and compare that to
the cost of a SIRIS™ Splint. But unlike other splints,
SIRIS™ Splints are long-lasting. Over time this means
financial savings for the patient and time savings for the
therapist. One patient writes, “after wearing plastic
splints for many years and finding that they only lasted a
month, I’m surprised and pleased that this silver splint
has lasted three-and-a-half years.” We will only add
that it probably will be years longer before her splint requires
any further attention.
Take Care of Your Own Hands. Occupational and physical
therapists often use their own hands intensively in their
work. Activities such as deep tissue massage, joint mobilization,
and cutting splinting materials can lead to fatigue, pain,
and overstretched ligaments. Whether you choose to use our
splints to correct an existing deformity or to prevent one,
we offer you a 20% discount on any order for your own use.
After all, there is absolutely no better way for you to experience
the value of SIRIS™ Splints.
Use the SIRIS™ Measuring Kit with Ovalsizers™.This
reusable kit contains our unique Ovalsizers™ which are
designed to match the patented elliptical shapes of our splints.
They will help you obtain precise measurements as well as
visualize how the splint will conform to your patient's finger.
Our measuring kit also includes round ring sizers, order forms,
photographs of representative splints on patients' hands and
measuring and fitting instructions.
Need Help? Remember that we are always here to assist
you. Feel free to send photographs to help us understand the
needs of your patient. An experienced occupational therapist
will review the materials submitted and provide advice on
splint choices and measuring instructions specific to your
unique situation.
To Order by Telephone:
800-311-7028
434-971-4052
To Order
by Mail
SILVER RING SPLINT COMPANY
P.O. Box 2856
Charlottesville, VA 22902-2856
USA
To Order
by Fax:
888-456-8828
To Contact Us by E-Mail:
cindy@silverringsplint.com
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