Best Thumb Arthritis Braces (PRODUCT REVIEW)

Michelle, Hand Expert from Virtual Hand Care, reviews her Top 2 Thumb Arthritis braces. In this video, she explains why the Push® MetaGrip® and Comfort Cool® Thumb braces are the best choices when it comes to preventing thumb arthritis pain.

She will review over the similarities and differences between these 2 very effective braces by looking at the material, comfort, adjustability, cost, and more in this helpful product review video.

Michelle will also demonstrate how to put the braces on so you can decided which one is right for you. Try these to help thumb pain today!

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This video is for educational and demonstration purposes only and is not to be used as a replacement for seeking medical advice or treatment of your condition. Virtual Hand Care, or its members, do not offer medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your doctor or healthcare provider before starting any exercise program. Please know that performing any exercise or program is solely at your own risk.

[UnguisIncarnatus]

I have both of these and they're great. The MetaGrip provides the best support and pain reduction for me. However, I have had some issues with the hard material pinching my hand if I am doing an activity that involves holding something, such as hiking with trekking poles. Nothing major, just annoying. But wearing a light glove underneath the MetaGrip is enough to make it comfortable while still providing great support.
The Comfort Cool is very comfortable and also helps a lot. It's good for casual use when I need some compression and support but don't need to completely lock down the CMC. It's very comfortable to wear while sleeping.
I prefer the MetaGrip when my hand will be active, and the Comfort Cool other times. I'd recommend getting both. :)

[hollyhansen]

Great exercise really made sore thumbs feel better. Relieved pain. Will do these daily. Thank you.

[pidjones]

I've used the Push for over five years. I get about a year out of one, doing mechanical work, driving, riding motorcycle, even (recently) playing guitar! The hardest thing to do in it is type. Worth the cost to put off surgery and shots. At 70, I guess that I am a couple years now from getting the surgery though.

[barefootbob]

I’ve had the Push Medagrip for a few years now, I like it but i experience some pinching when working with my hands. I also play bass and use a pick, it kind of interferes but the thumb mussel in my palm gets really sore. I’m thinking comfort cool for working and going to try taping for when I play music, getting old sucks but we all know that.

[PopDeek]

Great Video! I can personally vouch for the Comfort Cool. It provides for complete thumb function while providing enough support to greatly reduce pain. I wear it when I'm playing guitar. And yes, very comfortable. A real night and day difference from the first brace I tried.

[jo-annpotter]

Thx for the product comparison. I’ve been using the Push thumb braces for about 6 months. Really like the minimalist style of the brace. I’m able to cook and go about my day with the support. Thanks again for your information. 🇨🇦

[jimsego]

Great review, thanks. I've been through a few braces but have bought at least 4 Push Metagrips. working in Healthcare I like the way the Push can be gloved and is easy to wash and remove for hand washing. The velcro wear issue is a problem and it would be nice to have a repair or exchange credit option. I have removed the entire velcro assembly and added my own velcro straps.

[MicheleWarrior]

Great video! I live in Canada and bought the Push splint for $90. Tge other one you showed, I purchased through the OT department at the hospital where I get treatment for osteoarthritis. I like the Push one when driving and grocery store. The othe one I like, I use for when I play my electric guitar. Both are great!

[maryleefarrell]

Thank you so much. These exercises are really helpful. You are the best!❤

[shyanha]

I Love Love Love my Push brace. As a woman with hot flashes, though, it can get kind of gnarly, lol. Even so, the Push wins over my other braces because it allows more airflow, and is easier to clean. No real wait time for drying. Others have mentioned it, and I echo, it can pinch when using tools. I had mine on while raking and ended up with an angry blister.

For my first arthritic flare up of the thumb (usually pain subsides after 2 days of no crocheting, but this was 3 weeks that turned into 4 months) my rheumatologist got me fixed up with the Push brace for daytime and any ol' wrist support / thumb stabilizer for sleeping. Combined with turmeric shots (ginger and lemon juice mixed with cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and I added chamomile to the mix) each morning and an elimination diet, I now have a handle on this thumb issue. Less red meat, less gluten, less sugar (I don't have to give them up Entirely) was the magic diet solution for me.

I was Supposed to go to OT, but the lady who schedules was as friendly as a starving rabid bear so I opted to skip OT. It's tough to heal while working with abrasive people. Thankfully, your bright shining smile and positive attitude is here to help! ❤

[aaronslusher]

I have the PUSH Metagrip and I've been wearing it for about 9 months or so, and it has been great. The only issue I've had is that the velcro is losing it's ability to stay connected, which is annoying considering it cannot be replaced and it was expensive. I love the fact that it doesn't interfere with wearing my smart watch.

[maureenbrinck-lund]

I have been using braces for at least 10 years. I really like the comfort cools. They are a standard part of what I wear these days. The comfort cools are terrific for keeping my hands warm, so I wear them year 'round, except in summer warmth. I have one pair I use for exercise activities walking, hiking, etc. I often wear a pair of gloves or mittens over them. Putting gloves on and off sort of roughs them up a bit on the edges. The other pair I keep for 'dress'. They keep my hands warm enough that I don't need to add gloves when just going out and about. I also have hard neoprene ones that were made for me by an OT. I use the hard ones when I am doing yard work, housework or cooking where I need the firm support while I grip things like pruners, rakes, kitchen knives, etc. I may try the Push Meta Grips since my former OT retired and I have not been satisfied with the braces built by the new OT. The Meta Grips use less material and have that adjustable metal insert so they are not as bulky as the hard splints I now use. That will make them easier to use with garden or rubber gloves too. Thanks for the informative video.

[mattcooper]

I truly love your advice. And I just got the metabrace today!! It’s great. I need it in yoga practice 3 times a week. It will help me get back to doing push-ups on my fingertips if I’m careful.

[uneek]

Great Video thanks. My main source of pain and swelling is in the MCP joint, rather than the Basal that you refer to. Would these be the best choices for that as well? Thanks

[barbaravann]

Thank you! I ordered the push meta grip so your video popped up! Perhaps I can knit again soon! It arrives in 2 days!

[markmiller]

With the Comfort Cool brace, I use a small piece of medical paper tape to tape the rough side of the Velcro to the back of my hand. This way I don’t have to hold the Velcro down while trying to pull the other side of the brace over it. I don’t even feel the tape.

[hopepatterson]

The comfort cool worked for me within 2 days! I was shocked after suffering for months with thumb pain & not being able to use my hand for daily activities without experiencing pain.

[yasmins.]

Absolutely helpful and well explained video. Thank you for having so many details. Will try the comfort cool first as I have advanced osteoporosis.

[eBroncos]

What do you recommend for the problem of DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis?
What do you think of the BraceLab brand (Their Push med Wrist Brace Splint)?

[Beati]

Thank you. That's very helpful. I've been using the thumb braces I had when my thumbs were locking up - I'd removed the metal splints. These look much more comfortable.