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Q: What is the difference between the SIRIS™
Boutonniere and the SIRIS™ Realignment Splint?
A: The elliptical spacer between the proximal and distal
rings of these two splints has a long axis and a short
axis. By changing the orientation of the spacer between
the rings, the overall length of the splint changes.
The SIRIS™ Realignment Splint is longer than the
SIRIS™ Boutonniere Splint.
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The
SIRIS™ Boutonniere Splint (left) and Realignment
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Q: A rheumatologist
I work with would like to know when it is appropriate
to refer his patients for splinting.
A: Splinting is always easier and less costly before deformities
become severe. Simpler splints can be used and the patient
will be able to tolerate them more easily. Early patient
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Q: When does
a patient need a gold splint?
A: All of our products can be fabricated from gold, the
strength of which is equivalent to our extra strength
silver splints. For some, an allergic reaction to sterling
silver necessitates this choice. For many others, however,
the beauty of 14K gold is sufficient reason, especially
when long-term use of splints is required.
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Q: I have a
patient who experiences a mild allergic reaction when
wearing metal next to her skin. Do you offer a solution
for this problem?
A: A very small percentage of people have a body chemistry
which reacts with sterling silver, and some people are
around chemicals which cause a similar allergic reaction.
We offer Reaction Block™, a solution developed by
dermatologists, that can be applied to splints to block
allergic reactions. Many individuals choose 14K gold splints
as an alternative solution.
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Reaction
Block applied to the inside of a splint |
Q: Can your
splints be used to treat lateral instability in osteoarthritis?
A: It is difficult to splint fingers with osteoarthritis
because of nodules and enlarged joints. The SIRIS™
Boutonniere Splint gives the best alignment of joints
that are deviated and are easier to get on and off. |
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Q: In some situations I have a problem with the
Swan Neck Splint sliding off. Is there a solution for
this?
A: We can make a SIRIS™ Swan Neck Splint with an
Anchor Ring on the proximal ring which helps prevent
the splint from sliding off. This additional band limits
flexion to approximately 45 degrees.
Q: My patient loves your splints and has asked me
if they can be manufactured with ornamental stones.
A: SIRIS™ splints are available with a variety
of precious or semi-precious stones and decorative band
designs which further enhance the beauty of the splint.
Please request our separate brochure of ornamental stone
and band options.
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The
SIRIS™ Swan Neck Splint can be anchored with an additional
ring to prevent slippage. |
