CMCcare Thumb Brace

The thumb brace is well made, however padding should have been included with the brace since the part of the brace that goes over the base of the thumb leaves marks on the hand. I know I can purchase the padding separately, but with the price of the brace, the padding should have been included.

My wife felt that the CMCcare Thumb Brace was excellent. I bought one for my daughter I law and she agrees also. The brace does not cure the thumb arthritis, but it gives satisfactory relief of pain

I bought on for my wife because her significant thumb arthritis. her previous one helped was large uncomfortable at times and rubbed the skin. The CMC Thumb brace has been excellent. In fact I ordered one for my daughter in law. Of course, it does not cure the arthritis but gives symptomatic relief. Highly recommended.

I have an arthritic, enlarged base thumb joint. I have been buying and using one of the original brand braces for several years, but the Velcro does not last very long, considering the expense. This brace has great griping Velcro and, best of all, just the strap can be replaced with a new one so you don't have to buy a whole new brace! All of these braces are expensive, so it's much better to keep them working by just buying a new strap.

Having tried various products that don’t fit my needs, i was somewhat skeptical of this brace’s usefulness for athletic activities. But it was recommended by my hand specialist, so I decided to try it. I wore it for the first time while cross country skiing and was most pleasantly surprised: It not only provided the support I needed, but was comfortable. And it fit under my glove. This summer, I’ll be interested to see how well it works for me while mountain biking and kayaking.

I have this brace due to severe arthritis in my thumb and it has helped me. Had to try this before thinking about surgery as a last result.

Good brace, good price. It cuts into my thumb. I should have guessed by the video showing to put on gel pads ,that are not included. Still don't know were to get the gel pads. I have created my own pad to help with comfort.

OMA: Thank you for your feedback. If your skin is thin or your thumb bones are enlarged from arthritis, adding extra cushioning can indeed help make ithe CMCcare more comfortable. The Gel Mate Silicone Gel Sheet (sold separately) on this website is one option. It comes with instructions and a pre-sized cut out pattern to place on the inside of your brace for additional comfort. Our customer service team is available at 1-888-378-7763 or [email protected] to discuss your situation and offer possible solutions.

It's nice to buy a product that does what it says it will do.

Adjustable plastic splint with inner metal adjustment for shape. It came with extra strap, but no padding. The not included padding was Needed to make it comfortable. So far so good.

Really helped thumb joint pain

The left hand brace made by this company is new to me. I have been using it this week and it works as well as an older brand that I used for years. The advantage of this particular product is that the band which holds it in place can be replaced thereby allowing longer use of the plastic brace instead of having to replace the entire device every 6 months at considerable expense. The one negative comment is that in the space between the thumb and index finger , the. Plastic isn’t designed as carefully to prevent pressure on the soft tissues during flexion. The older device I used from another company has rolled edges which reduce the risk of pressure injury.

Thank you for your feedback. We always appreciate hearing from our customers. Adding a self adherent gel pad (such as Gel Mate Silicone Gel Sheet) for additional cushioning for the area between your thumb and index finger can help provide extra comfort. Another alternative if you are experiencing a tight fit, is to consult with a health care provider trained in fitting braces, who can use a heating tool to curve edges away for you. A certified hand therapist can be found using this link www.htcc.org/find-a-cht

I ordered a similar brace from a different website 3 weeks before Thanksgiving which never came. They said they were having supply delays so my Thanksgiving dinner was prepared with extreme pain from my CMC joint. Found your website and got fast, friendly, and professional service. My Christmas dinner was a breeze to prepare without having to call for help to open bottles, lift the roast, etc. The CMCare brace works extremely well; however, I'd love to see the hard rubber end of the velcro strap played down a lot. It's large, stiff, and catches on everything, detaching itself too often. If you don't reattach it quickly, the velcro attaches to whatever it can including my good sweater, pulling and ruining it. However, I wear it all the time and am functioning well. No one even notices I'm wearing it.

Works well

I purchased one recommendd by my doctor, and wore it out in less than a year. This one is better made, has replaceble parts, and it cost less.

It works but then when I take it off my thumb hurts again. It’s like I have to wear it all the time. If your hand gets hot it kind of smells. But overall it’s good

OMA:  Thank you for your comments we are happy to hear the CMCcare is helping to relieve your thumb pain. The CMCcare is washable and this may help with the smell. Care Instructions: Use mild detergent to hand wash or machine wash in a small mesh laundry bag. Remove the strap and wash separately; lay flat to dry.

Fits close to the skin. Can be used with gloves. Very good design and durable material. You don’t have to remove it to wash your hands. It dries very fast. I’ve had mine for over two years and it’s good as new. The Velcro strap shows wear but I still haven’t used the included replacement. Replacement straps are available if and when needed. Excellent thumb brace

Helps in thumb pain relief.

This thumb brace does help ease the constant pain I was having in my left hand/thumb area. For me, it works better when my hand is at rest. When I try to do things that require fine motor skills, it feels uncomfortable. The brace tends to "cut" into my thumb when I flex my thumb downward. I did measure, and chose the appropriate size(medium), so maybe it's just my hand structure. I will continue to wear it, and I wonder if padding it a little in that area will help.

OMA: Thanks so much for your feedback. We are happy to hear your pain is being eased with the CMCcare.  If your skin is thin or your thumb bones are enlarged from arthritis, adding extra cushioning can help make it more comfortable. The Gel Mate® Silicone Gel Sheet (sold separately) on this website is one option. It comes with instructions and a pre-sized cut out pattern to place on the inside of your brace for additional comfort.

 I just received mine today. I ordered it Monday and it came Wednesday. My Ortho doctor who is the hand specialist suggested this until I decide on surgery. It works better than my Mueller thumb brace and a brace made by physical therapists. With it, I have minimal pain when using my hand;. before this, the thumb was weak, throbbed and kept me awake. Since it is in my right hand and I am right handed, this will give me time to decide when to undergo the surgery...since its recovery time is weeks to months. The device is a blessing

My hand surgeon was very impressed when I showed her my CMC thumb brace. She tested it out and said it’s just as good as a much more expensive brace that she has recommended.

Good brace and love the replaceable straps. However, I use it while golfing and the thumbhole is cut symmetrically, which makes it push at the webbing area of the thumb, making it unusable. It will not work if you want use of your hand without causing pain. If the thumb cutout were cut with a slight adjustment like the good braces, it would be wonderful; as is, it us useless.

OMA : Thank you for your comments. We're sorry to hear this brace wasn't the right solution for you.  Adding a self adherent gel pad for extra comfort and cushioning for the area between your thumb can help. Our customer service team is available at 1-888-378-7763 or [email protected] to discuss your situation and offer possible alternative thumb braces or adjustments.

I love the brace it really helps . I measured my hand and ordered large . Wish I would have ordered medium because it’s just big enough for tab to get caught on everything . Order size down when I doubt . Otherwise it would be perfect and reall helps stabilize my thumb .

I put the brace on and got immediate pain relief. This allowed me to move my thumb with very little or no discomfort. I would give it 5 stars if not for the sharp edges especially around the thumb. After rounding the edges (sanded to remove flash and to round) it was more comfortable. For the price I would have expected that the edges would be more finished and rounded for comfort. All in all I would purchase again. Pain relief is more important than a little bit of sanding.

OMA: Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear the CMCcare is helping to relieve your pain! While the edges of the brace can be trimmed for comfort when needed, we recommend that if customers experience a tight fit, they consult with a health care provider trained in fitting braces, who can use a heating tool to curve edges away. A certified hand therapist can be found using this link www.htcc.org/find-a-cht

This brace keeps your thumb from being placed in positions that cause pain. You’ll get use to wearing it, and any small issues with fit, comfort and interference will diminish with time. I hope you can find the price in your budget somehow.

OMA: Thank you for your feedback.  We are delighted to hear that wearing the CMCcare has helped relieve your pain.

The brace itself is comfortable but, I need something that goes further up my thumb hold it stiffly, to ease the pain at the base. Very expensive, and unfortunately, it did not work for me.

OMA : Thank you for your comments. We're sorry to hear this brace wasn't the right solution for you.  Our customer service team is available at 1-888-378-7763 or [email protected] to discuss your situation and offer possible alternative thumb braces.

I have 3 of these devices...I keep one in the trunk of my car in case I forget it on the way to a music rehearsal (flutes). I have 2 L-sided ones and one for the R thumb. I need to wear them very snug or I have pain. I'll have pain (lots of it) with any movement of that joint. But with a snug fit the pain is much less. I've gone beyond cortisone shots; they don't help me now. The last one just burned like a fireball and gave me zero relief.
As far as comfort, maybe I could add some pieces of moleskin to it, I have some but I'm too lazy to try it. Probably because I'm terrible at arts and crafts. All in all, it's been fine on my very painful L thumb. I have zero cartilage left in there (x-rays showed that) and it's almost as bad in the R thumb. Too much use I guess...too many notes playing my tunes. I keep putting off the surgery that's recommended .. But now I'm planning on having the surgery done next summer, 2020. I can't say enough good about this device..if I ever lost it I'd buy another quickly.

OMA: Thank you for your feedback. We're happy to hear the CMCcare is helping to diminish your pain. Another option for comfort is to add extra padding to the area between your thumb. The Gel Mate® Silicone Gel Sheet (sold separately) on this website, comes with instructions and a pre-sized pattern you can use to cut a pad out of the gel material.

This brace works well. My pain in hand due to arthritis is less since been wearing brace. I can put off surgery thanks to this brace. I really like how you can write and do everyday activites. The only thing I can say negative about this brace it's very expensive.

I developed cmc joint problems several years ago. I am in my fifties and very active, so finding a brace that would help the pain and stand up to heavy use has been an issue.
I have problems with both hands, but one is much worse than the other, so different braces have worked out best for each hand. I use this brace almost every day on the left hand. My left has some muscle atrophy on the outer edge of my hand (opposite the thumb), so I prefer this brace because the strap running around the hand is softer than the rigid plastic that curves around the hand in my other favorite make.
The only shortcoming with this brace is that although you can buy replacement straps separately, you cannot purchase the Velcro closures separately. I hate having to purchase a whole new brace just because the closure has fallen apart. If not for that, this brace would be a good value, as well as a good brace. If replacement closures could be purchased separately, I would use these on both hands, all the time.

I just got the thumb brace today 11/4. I am wearing it now and I got immediate pain relief on my left thumb. Allows me to do my household chores and be able to function well as a nurse in outpatient ambulatory surgery center. No more taking ibuprofen/naproxen. Thank you. Highly recommend.

The CMThumb Brace provides much more effective support for the CMC joint then the larger supports that also enclose the thumb. This support allows the thumb to remain its natural position. This support allows me to play ukulele without pain or discomfort.

it has an adjustable velcro tab so it fits perfectly. it does support my thumb and minimizes the pain and discomfort. i am surprised though at the $80 cost.

OMA: Thank you for your feedback.  We are delighted to hear the CMCcare has helped with your pain.  The material and the molding process used in the CMCcare, along with removeable replacable straps make it a durable, longer lasting brace that depending on what you do when you wear it should last you for several years. Think of this brace as a “semi-permanent” brace you can wear whenever you need to protect your thumb and hopefully stop it from getting worse.

I'm an OT and did a lot of research before I bought this splint. It works as it is supposed to and allows the rest of the hand to work normally. Got me beck to knitting and handweaving with much reduced pain.

Not sure if it is helping or not. Perhaps too much damage done before I got it.

Recommended by my therapist, this needed some adjustment with a heat gun to be comfortable for me.

Works good but a bit pricey.

This is a fantastic design and supports my thumb below the joint just where I need it and alleviates the pain. Other supports were too restrictive. This brace allows me to continue do soo many things and has bought me time so not to rush in to surgery. I recommend this to everyone who has thumb joint pain above the wrist. 

I tried several other brands of thumb braces trying to save some money, but they all had various issues (not enough support, made hand numb, didn't fit properly, limited range of motion, etc.). I finally splurged for this one, and for once the more expensive option was absolutely worth every penny. It fits perfectly, and there is no limit to my range of motion. It completely relieves my pain.

I ordered this brace with great expectations. I have severe pain from osteoarthritis in my right thumb. I had been using a Mueller brace with good immobilization of the thumb, but it is somewhat bulky and limited my ability to pinch with my thumb, such as for writing. I looked forward to the CMCcare brace because of the advertised characteristics and many great reviews. It does allow more use of my thumb for writing, but also causes some soreness between my thumb and forefinger and also in the lower outside area of my thumb. Maybe I tighten it too much, but must do so to get the necessary immobilization. I was somewhat disappointed overall, especially for the price when compared to the Mueller brace (~$10). Maybe I'll try adding the silicone padding offered, but I feel it should have been included, especially for the price of the CMCcare brace.

OMA: Thank you for your comments. We are very sorry to hear this brace wasn't the right solution for you.  Adding a self adherent gel pad for extra comfort and cushioning for the area between your thumb may help. Our customer service team is available at 1-888-378-7763 or [email protected] to discuss your situation and offer possible alternatives or adjustments.

I haven't used this much yet but it appears to support as advertises. My stem cell doctor recommended it. Great customer service. The first one I got had a rough edge on the inside. Assuming from the mold injection process. I could have easily cut off the extra. But I sent a note to the seller about it and they shipped another one to me without questions. That is a rare thing these days, so if you buy from anyone, buy from these guys. I will say that it is expensive for what you get if considering only the materials, so you are paying for research and engineering. But anyone who has arthritic thumb pain knows it's worth every penny if finding some relief.

 I wear this to play golf & it really works. Not sure I would be able to play without it!

Great product! It really helps tendinitis.

My pain is now minimal with the brace on. Off, well that’s another question!

The mild arthritis I had in the base of my right thumb was exacerbated the the need to nurse my husband with 3x a day infusions and blood thinner shots for 6 weeks at a time for 2 different surgeries and my thumb was really bothering me, so I went to a specialist and she recommended this brace and it solved the problem completely. At the worst I wore it during the day, later only at night, and now, only occasionally.

OMA: Thank you for sharing your experience.  We are delighted to hear that the CMCcare helped to alleviate the pain in your thumb!

This really helps me with painful thumb and this is less bulky than previous supports. I wish I could order extra straps for this because they are replaceable, unlike the more expensive PUSH brace.
This does keep my thumb from dislocating when I do anything.

OMA:  Thanks so much for your feedback.  The CMCcare comes with one replacement strap and extra straps may be purchased separately in sets of 3.  CMCcare Thumb Brace Replacement Straps 

This brace did what it said it would and helped to eliminate much of my CMC discomfort but after wearing it for a week or so I began having numbness/nerve damage in my thumb. I was VERY careful to not over tighten the strap in fact at times I thought it was too loose. I stopped using it and the numbness has lessened though not gone away after 4 weeks of not wearing it. Everyone is different and has their own issues to deal with so I would still recommend it but be aware if you develop this kind of problem. Too bad it was so expensive.

OMA: Thank you for your comments. We always appreciate feedback from our customers. We are sorry to hear this brace wasn't the right solution for you. Our customer service team is available at 1-888-378-7763 or [email protected] to discuss your situation and offer possible alternatives or adjustments.

I am still not sure if this is the device that can help me. I am one year post trigger thumb release, CMC thumb joint replacement, Carpal Tunnel Release and still am in constant pain and have severe limitations. I tried this brace but it is way too rigid and actually I am working on breaking it in; I have a lot of pain and discomfort but am willing to wear this device while trying to do activities of daily living and will see how it develops on me. So not yet the perfect solution, but maybe something I can work with??????

OMA: Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear you are experiencing pain. The CMCcare is a firm brace designed to support the base of your thumb (CMC Arthritis)  The material has some flexibility to allow you to shape it, but it's designed to be firm so as to provide the correct amount of support. Our customer service team is available at 1-888-378-7763 or [email protected] to discuss your situation and offer possible alternatives or adjustments. We also suggest that you consider consulting with a hand therapist who can provide you with treatment options and splint/brace recommendations that are right for you.

A++, as promised. Excellent

I like this thumb brace because I can wear it at work. It controls thumb movement, yet it allows me to do my computer entry work and handwritten work without pain.

I got this for right thumb pain. It’s uncomfortable to wear and I have to take it off after a few hours. Haven’t seen any difference getting this.

OMA:  Thank you for your comments. We are very sorry to hear the brace wasn't comfortable for you.  Adding a self adherent gel pad for extra comfort and cushioning can help. Our customer service team is available at 1-888-378-7763 or [email protected] to offer suggestions on possible alternatives or adjustments.

I purchased a left and right. I was worried about the cost, but after one day of use, I am no longer worried. These have dramatically reduced my pain and increased my ability to use both of my hands. I wear them all day, and don't have to wear them at night because my hands don't hurt! These, combined with the Figure Oval-8 splints, have given me back my daily activities--gym, gardening,, cooking, ,cleaning, riding bike, etc. Have now used them for a week, and am just so pleased. The longer I use them, the less irritating the edges are (I think they are rounding off with wear). I do recommend the gel cushion insert.

My wife bought the brace for me in the hopes it would ease my thumb pain. The brace works well but the gel pad didn’t. Thumb hole is a little loose and not as flexible as I had hoped. Overall I would rate the brace an 8 out of 10 because it has help with my arthritic thumb.

 I could barely move my thumb and normal functionality was excruciating. This brace saved me from unnecessary surgery at this point and I am beyond thrilled it has bought me so much time. Excellent product for my condition & needs!

This is a fabulous brace. After having two surgeries on my left hand, I bought a brace to support that joint on my right hand and my pain has been eliminated. That means no surgery at this time for my right hand! This brace is well worth the money. Good luck.

Needed a left and a right. They were a big help till I had surgery on both hands. Right done in March and left done in June. I did use them again for awhile after surgery for support while doing therapy.

I bought one last week. It really works to quell the pain

Got a right and a left thumb brace. These are really pricy, but work, Sometimes I wear them together or sometimes separatly. Depends on pain.

Three years ago I had severe arthritis in my right hand. My physical therapist recommended one of these and I wore it until I eventually needed surgery. (Unfortunately, I ended up with three surgeries on my right thumb.) Now I have the same problem with arthritis in my left thumb. I knew how well these braces worked and didn’t hesitate to purchase another one. I feel no pain at all while wearing it can do my daily tasks with it on. If I have to wear it forever to avoid more surgery I will!

It took a bit to get used to, it's also caused a callus on the palm side of my thumb. I need to add moleskin to the inside for comfort. But the pain relief is worth it all.

OMA: Thanks for your feedback. We're delighted to hear the CMCcare is helping to relieve your pain! Another option for extra padding for the area between your thumb is the Gel Mate® Silicone Gel Sheet (sold separately) on this website. It comes with instructions and a pre-sized pattern you can use to cut a pad out of the gel material.

Gives good support to my thumb but I cannot wear it when using my mouse as it gets in the way. I had an injection that lasted a month and then some pain returned. The brace certainly helps alleviate that. I first ordered a medium but it was too large so had to return it, the small is a better fit.

It def a good brace but way too much however it did what I needed to do just wish it wasn't so costly! A++++ seller

I can hold a pen and write again, pick up things and open containers. Unfortunately I have no excuse anymore of not doing the dishes...! I have total relief when I am wearing the brace.

This brace has been extremely helpful in giving my thumb the support it needs to relieve the joint pain in my CMC. I was hesitant because of the high cost, but it has worked better than any over the counter brace, or even the bulky brace my regular doctor's office gave me

While this may be helpful for some people this did not work for me. The bone at the base of my thumb is enlarged and this is where my pain is coming from. When I tightened this splint to stop movement it hurt too much to keep it on. I had high hopes for this but will have to keep looking.

OMA: We are very sorry to hear this brace wasn't the right solution for you.  We hope you find relief for your thumb pain soon.

I have tried so many products for the arthritis in my left thumb pad. I used this thumb brace last night for the first time and was pain free. I would highly recommend anyone with the same problem I have, I would suggest you try this solution.

I was in complete awe...I ordered my brace on Tuesday morning and on Thursday it arrived! Such customer service! I’ve been wearing it less than a week and am already getting relief. The best and well worth the cost.

OMA:  Thank you for sharing your shopping experience with us. We are always thrilled to get feedback about our helpful customer service team!

I've had injections that didn't work and thumb spica splints that prevent you from using your hand. This splint allows you to still function while giving support in just the right area. Fit is good if you measure properly. Expensive for what you get but cheaper than injections!

I am happy with the product except I could not wear for an extended period of time. the area between the thumb would get sore from the plastic.

OMA: Thank you for your comments. We are always happy to receive feedback from our customers.  Adding a self adherent gel pad for extra comfort and cushioning for the area between your thumb may help.  One option is the Gel Mate® Silicone Gel Sheet (sold separately) on this website. It comes with instructions and a pre-sized pattern you can use to cut a pad out of the gel material.

The support this guard offers is awesome. It, along with inflammation meds, has provided me unimaginable relief. No more shots or bulky braces. However, the hard material can be uncomfortable. I feel a cushion insert should be included with the purchase of the thumb guard. I made my own but based on the price of this guard, surely the cushion insert could be included. Thanks for making a great product!

Reduced 95% of my pain immediately; my right thumb is the affected joint, & while wearing this splint I can easily twist my motorcycle throttle without pain AND without restriction in my range of motion!

For six months I have had thumb issues in the joints. 20+ years typing at work, weed eating, chopping wood or making kindling has put wear and tear on my joints. I tired a bowler's wrist guard but it was too sweaty. Once I found this I decided to pay the money and within 5-6 weeks my thumb is feeling so much better. I am no longer wearing it and I truly believe this product helped. It is so wroth the price!

This brace gives support just where you need it. Well worth the money! I wear it every day while doing chores, it’s not a cumbersome brace at all. It’s still allows movement.

This would be a great brace except the way to secure it via poorly designed velcro simply doesn't work. It is constantly coming loose, and flapping. Very disappointed in it, especially for the cost. If it wont stay on securely, it defeats the purpose.

OMA: We are very sorry to hear you were disappointed with your purchase. Your satisfaction is very important to us. Please contact our customer service team at 1-888-378-7763 or [email protected] so that we can help provide a solution. We would appreciate the opportunity to deliver a positive buying experience.

I had a custom-fit brace made by the occupational therapist that helped with the pain, but limited use of my hand. This brace stays out of your way while keeping your thumb in the proper position to prevent pain. You can wear it all day, wash your hands, and do everything as usual with this one. It allows complete use of your hand. It even fits under a glove.

Good protector, but in my opinion, too expensive. I haven't seen another brace like this and if you suffer from arthritis or arthrosis of the thumb, it is worth the investment.

My husband wears this everyday at work and says he has no pain. If he forgets to wear it his thumb hurts by the end of the day. He is a physical therapist. He swears by this product.

My brace just arrived and it’s wonderful. I have very small hands and ordered a small which fits me perfectly. The pain in my thumb joint is finally quiet for the first time in months. This brace actually cradles the joint so well and relieves the pain. I am actually able to finally use my hand without constantly whelping in pain during every movement. This was worth every cent I paid for it to finally have some relief.
Thank you so much for giving me use of my hand again 😊

I never realized that how common arthritis in the hands, palm, thumb was but this brace makes ALL the difference in the world. Prior to purchasing, my hand would ache at night and I would beg my husband to massage my hands. This brace protects the palm/thumb area and allows me to do pretty much everything I need including lifting weights without repercussions.

Occupational Therapist recommended a similar brace like this but this was cheaper. Demonstrated its effectiveness on the first day of receiving it. Thumb started hurting so put it on and ache went away immediately. It's also cheaper than the more expensive one with replaceable Velcro straps.

Although my OT took careful measurements it did not fit (too small)) when it arrived. So, I sent it back. I got a partial refund. The therapist wants me to order a larger one but I'm hesitant and so far have not got around to it.

This provides great support for my thumb. The Velcro does come undone from time to time. It has not been wet and I would recommend it.

I was hesitant to spend the money on this brace. Ive had one expensive one from the doctor that didn't help much at all. After contemplating for weeks, i finally ordered. I have a small hand, and a bit bony too, but the fit is perfect. I put it on, and adjusted the strap and have worn it ever since. The pain relief was immediate, and so much more function of my hand. I couldn't be happier. A very well designed and effective support. Mine came with a spare velcro strap and storage pouch. 5 stars!

i have been suffering severe joint pain for the past 2-3 months. I had no idea what product to buy and was afraid to pay 90USD for something that my not even work. I read through other reviews and finally decided to place my order. My measurements are on the cusp of Med to Lg so I ordered the Lg. The package arrived earlier than the original estimated delivery time, YaY! The large is a tad big for me and eventually I will order a second brace in size Medium. For the time being I will wear the Large, I have enjoyed immediate relief from the pain. As far as I am concerned this brace is worth every penny. I am concerned about the velcro since many people have complained about the strap - It seems good to me but it is only day 1. I will add a snap to the strap if I have any issues with the velcro strap.
Pros: simple, minimalistic, easy to use, and it works
Cons: sizing is tough to gauge

This brace has made a significant difference in decreasing the amount of pain I’ve experienced (coupled with cortisone shots). Has enabled me to postpone surgery for which I am pleased.

Perfect for arthritis And easy to wear

This brace really does help with the pain in my hand. I have CMC thumb arthritis pain and bone on bone. My physical therapist recommended a brace. I like this one and it helps relieve the pain. Doesn't get rid of it, but it's not as bad when I wear the brace. I work on the computer a lot in my job and now I always try to have the brace on. I've even ordered another, so I can just leave one at work.

I bought this for my wife who has arthritis in her hand. She will be having surgery for the problem, but when the doctor saw her wear this brace, he was impressed with what it does. He wanted more details.

This one really works. Doesn't push your thumb into awkward positions, relieves pain and gives you back motion

This helps me to continue doing Carpentry since I have Osteoarthritis of my thumb joints, when I don’t wear I pay the price later!!

This brace is great! I was dubious because of the price but it was just perfect. I am a 38 year beauty industry professional losing my thumb joints on my right hand and this is allowing me to hold brushes and dryers. Protects your tender spots and let's you work.

After dealing with decreasing ability to grip or hold item and with increased pain in my thumb, I finally saw an orthopedic hand specialist who diagnosed a growing arthritic malformation, cmc arthritis and subluxation of the thumb.He recommended the Push brace, but after reading the reviews of the Push and of this brace, I ordered this one. Right out of the package, this brace was very uncomfortable and rubbed on the protrusion at my CMC joint I had a piece of silicon gel and tried to pad the brace with it, but it didn’t provide enough cushioning at the protrusion. I finally lined the brace with Dr. Scholl’s moleskin and that provided a little more comfort. However, the protrusion was still rubbing. Another layer of linking made the brace too tight, I finally used a small square of the soft side of stick on velcro to add extra cushioning in that one small spot. Finally the brace is comfortable enough. I wear it all day and combined with the Voltaren topical antiinflammatory prescribed by my doctor and that I apply 4 times a day, the pain has decreased and I have not dropped anything since I got the brace. I do suggest that standard shipping be included in the price. I always check to see if I can purchase something using Amazon Prime before buying from a vendor and hesitate to buy anything if I have to pay for shipping. After receiving the brace and finding it uncomfortable, I did not purchase your silicon sheet because I did not want to pay shipping. I found another solution.

OMA:  Thank you for the feedback.  You spoke and we listened! We want our customers to have a positive shopping experience. The CMCcare Thumb brace now ships free first class mail.

When it arrived, this brace was uncomfortable. I had read that a therapist with a heat gun could adjust the brace to customize the fit. I tried using my hair dryer on high to soften it a bit and rolled the edge that was cutting into my hand around the curve of a spoon. That worked well. Also, the inside of the brace was hard and pressed uncomfortably on my swollen joint. I didn’t order the silicon gel sheet because I hate paying for shipping and made an exception for ordering the brace. (Shipping should be included in the price, esp. in these days of Amazon Prime.) I made a template of the interior side of the brace from aluminum foil and then traced it and cut a liner from Dr. Scholl’s adhesive moleskin. Much better, but I still needed more padding on the boney protrusion, so I used a small square of the loop side of adhesive velcro just where I needed it and now I can wear the brace all day. With applying the topical antiinflammatory prescribed by my doctor and wearing the brace all day (and a softer one at night), my thumb has stayed in place and my pain has been reduced.

Recently started PT and therapist recommended the Thumb Brace to keep the thumb from collapsing. (broke thumb and wrist in July). So far so good. I think it may be a bit too big, since the thumb moves within the opening. But will let PT therapist tell me. Pricing is very good.

This does its job but the fit is a little awkward. It took me quite a while to figure out where to position the strap so that the brace nested in my palm like it should. And the point where the strap folds over on the back needs to be changed to reduce pressure on the back of your hand. It does it’s job but there are some fit issues.

I was leery to try this because it just didn't seem like much. I have had tremendous pain in the base of my thumb and had been wearing a bulky brace that I couldn't function in at work. I read the reviews on this one and decided to give it a try. I got it 2 days ago and haven't taken it off. Very low profile and comfortable and very effective. I have full use of all my fingers without the thumb pain.

I thought I had carpal tunnel, but those braces never helped my thumb. When my doctor told me it was thumb arthritis, he suggested this brace. It works beautifully to keep my thumb stable and relieve the pain.

I got a brace from a hand surgeon a few months ago, exactly like this. I thought it fit well until I ordered this one. I no longer have to wrap the edges with tape, to prevent getting sores. I would recommend this brace, I love it!

I needed this because I have arthritis in the base of my thumb. I like this brace better than the full hand braces with the metal strips. I don't have to worry about getting it wet and the silicone it is made out of is comfortable.

This is a great brace. It gives lots of support while having a small profile pn your hand. I find the strip between the thumb and forefinger is a little wide but it is easy to trim with scissors. It is a little pricy but it gives great support.

I bought this for CMC joint pain on the recommendation of a Physical Therapist. Years of repetitive use with garden clippers, shovels, rakes, opening jars had caused the joint to stay inflamed and painful. I tried different local store bought hand braces, but they were always too bulky and I wouldn’t wear them. This small thumb brace device is comfortable and it works. I wore it for six weeks, giving my thumb joint area time to heal, and it did. Now I only wear it when I intend to use my hand for anything that might possibly stress that area, and it fits nicely under work gloves. I can open a jar again! I agree with the other reviews - a beige/flesh tone would be a plus.

I had very similar thumb braces made at the physician’s office that lasted about 2yrs. The material started to crack & crumble. I suffered with pain for a couple more years & (don’t know why), just haven’t gone back to the Doctor. I was searching the Internet for ideas for pain relief & found this website. Ordered the CMCcare braces for both hands, which arrive quickly, and I was thrilled! Immediate relief! Amazing that this little thing keeps the thumb joint in place to relieve the pain & pressure. I also have a little more mobility with daily tasks than the very rigid Doctor made braces. These provided instant relief! And the material these CMCcare braces is softer/more pilable & I expect they will last much longer than 2 years. Only wish they came in beige/flesh tone so they aren’t as noticeable. Worth the cost!

OMA - Thanks for your feedback! We always love hearing from our customers.  We will pass on your suggestion for a lighter color as we are always looking for ways to improve our products.

Good product, helps immobilize my thumb

Ive had my brace for almost a year, and wash it nightly, then airdry overnight. I wear it daily when i'm doing things that a fabric brace would be an issue (watching dishes, gardening, etc)
My brace has held up well all of this time, without replacing velcro yet. It us reakly very durable

This thumb brace alleviated the constant pain and aching of my left thumb. Was trying it out before taking the drastic step of an operation. This brace in combination with a shot may cure or delay the need for a carpel tunnel procedure. Worth trying and worth the price.

This is my first brace. Helps give stabilization for key ignition cars & key entry house doors. I am an avid cyclist & it helps ease my pain during rides.

This is my second purchase because I lost the last one, and could not do without it. The brace is very comfortable to wear and immediately eases the pain from picking things up, painting and writing. I had one custom made for me at the Doctors, but it is not half as comfortable to wear as this thumb brace. This is easy to put on and take off and adjust, and much easier to clean than the one made for me.

I can now handle my computer mouse without the screaming pain. Thanks so very very much for such a fine product!!

I & do find it helpful. my only complaint is that it is that the hard plastic can cause a blister at the base of my thumb. It should be padded & then would be a much better product.

OMA: Thank you for your feedback.  If your skin is thin or your thumb bones are enlarged from arthritis, adding a soft, self adherent gel pad for extra comfort and cushioning can help.  One option is the Gel Mate® Silicone Gel Sheet (sold separately) on this website. It comes with instructions and a pre-sized pattern you can use to cut a pad out of the gel material. It is easy to cut and place into the brace for improved comfort without making the brace bulky.

Like the support and pain relief...Use to wash dishes, mow lawn, wash off and works like new... Purchased Feb. 2018. Wish I knew how to purchase online...I have a RX from my hand surgeon...So sad it is not covered by Medicare or Medicaid!

Only drawback is the velcro sometimes pinches the skin on top of my hand...but I can cross the velcro straps to help increase the pressure, do not understand why Medicare would not approve this device?

I have worn Push Metagrip braces for a couple of years and love the relief they provide. This is just as effective AND the single band is more breathable and so it is more comfortable. I also love that the band is removable so it can be traded out to dry with the extra that is provided

I have a drawer full of braces for both thumbs, but most are too big and cumbersome to wear during the day. I'm an artist so need complete flexibility and had given up on finding anything I could wear while working. But now my problem is solved! I've worn the left thumb brace every day, all day. It gives enough support but is so lightweight and small that I almost forget I'm wearing it. A friend said it looked like a fitness bracelet so I don't hesitate to wear it in public. I just ordered one for my right hand and I'm grateful to have found this based on reading reviews on Amazon!

I certainly would not buy it again. Poor quality and lousy fit. Large size is made for for people with small hands. Way too tight on the thumb hole. Stitching on lock end (where it says Basko) is
coming apart. Velcro connection on opposite end should have been reversed. It cuts into the palm unless you pad it. Seems like a lot of money for some thing so poor quality.

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Better fit than others tried. Can hammer & do other hand demanding actions. Comfortable enough to sleep with them on. Strap design particularly comfortable- Use on both thumbs.

It does provide some support, but the fit is uncomfortable. Padding offers very little help.

OMA: We are sorry to hear that you found the CMCcare uncomfortable for your hand. The CMCcare is a firm brace. The material has some flexibility to allow you to shape it,  but it has to be firm to provide the correct amount of support. If needed, the brace can be adjusted by a hand therapist trained to use a heating tool to custom fit your brace. We want our customers to be happy with their purchases. Please contact our customer service team if we can help in any way.

This brace allows me to have support without confining my thumb or hand. Highly recommend if you have pain using your thumb.

Love this brace! The extra bands are perfect for quick changing when you get them wet or dirty. Comfortable and fast delivery!! Will probably order one for my Mom's arthritis as well. Won't need 30 return but was nice to have the option 😎

Greatest!! It works like a pro. I'm able to start sewing again

Excellent product. So comfortable and pain relief is instant.

My thumb joint is pretty much bone-on-bone now. This brace really reduces the daily pain, and is small enough to not interfere with day-to-day tasks.

I have osteoarthritis of the basil joint, bone on bone. This product supports the joint which is great as other products, glove type tend to restrict thumb movement and then that would cause my thumb to hurt. I did need a little padding between thumb and finger, I read that someone cut it smaller, may end up doing that. At night I wear a thin hand sleeve under this, makes it more comfortable. So glad some one invented this. Just easier and less restrictive to wear. Now if they could make it in flesh tone, that would be perfect.

I been having pain on my thumb for almost a year i found a brace called push metagrip its a great thumb brace a little expensive but if its going to help my thumb get better it will be worth it. After 2 weeks the metal that's surrounding the thumb broke because i think its too tin. then i start looking around again for almost the same but more support i mean metal wise and then i found this product i was a little skeptic about it because of the low review but went ahead and purchase it this time i order large my other brace was medium And this one is way cheaper finally i got it in the mail was really fast shipping i was suprised the moment i open the box and wear it i litterally cried because the pain that i been having went away and im so thankful that i found this one i like how they made this they said its hard but for me its just right it support my thumb so it wont over extend. I like the fact that its a single strap were my other one is double i like that the metal sorrounding is thicker than my previous one and u can adjust the strap. By the way im only 38 and i found out that my thumb is already bone to bone the Dr was even surprised that i wore out my cartridge so early usually for Men is the age is 50 and for women is 40. I was 12yrs ahead but all and all im thankful for this product i know its not for Everyone but what do you have to lose by wearing this maybe its a little hard but for me i rather feel that than be in pain.

I've tried several of the lower cost ones which always had drawbacks. Because I have small hands and thin skin it required some alterations. I cut the area between my thumb and forefinger to make it less wide. It now fits well and I don't even notice I have it on. Glad I sprung for the higher cost. Highly recommend.

While these braces (I purchased one for each hand), recommended by my occupational therapist, are expensive, they're worth it! Due to arthritis over the past several years, my thumb joints had became grossly displaced and almost golf-ball ball sized. However, after wearing these braces continuously for over a month, my thumb bones are moving back into place and the swelling is greatly reduced. I have complete confidence that with sustained use, my hands will soon be back to normal - in both function and appearance!

Love everything about it. Avoiding surgery as long as possible. This brace has really supported my joint and decreased the pain. Just received another one for my left thumb.

My hand surgeon recommended I try this brace. It does seem to help. It was easy to fit, watch the video untill you feel comfortable cutting the velcro. I wear it 10-12 hours a day. I added padding at the top of the thumb.

My hand specialist recommended it to manage arthritis in the thumb joint, and it's making a big difference. Definitely get someone who knows to set it up for you, because it only works right after adjustment.

A little uncomfortable at first due to painful arthritis but with the addition of some thick moleskin it's quite comfortable now! I like that I have pretty much full use of my thumb as I'm a photographer and can use it to hold a camera lens. The brace comes with an extra strap plus the strap is totally adjustable for a custom fit. Very impressed with the unique Velcro strap end. Plus it comes with it's own little drawstring bag. This is the third splint I tried and my favorite. Nicely done!

easy to fit and does seem to help quite a bit

I got one for each hand. I’ve only had them for about a week, but I’ve worn them day and night. They help with the pain and seem to be helping with numbness In my fingers when I sleep. I take my right-hand one off for messy jobs, but that’s just because I don’t want it to get all funky or smelly.

This brace is the most comfortable brace I have worn bit does not interfere with daily activities, yet provides much needed to support which cuts down on discomfort. I liked it so much, I ordered another one for my other hand

Velcro doesn't work as well as we thought it would

I had trouble with the hard plastic digging into my thumb and side of index finger. I used the soft side of Velcro and wrapped it around the top of the thumb opening and now it’s sooo comfortable! The other minor issue was what several people were complaining about, the Velcro closing mechanism coming undone soon after purchase. I sewed on a large snap, cut the rubber name tag off, and now it stays closed. So with these changes (for me) it’s truly a fantastic thumb brace.

OMA: We are happy to hear that you are enjoying the CMCcare Thumb Brace. While we don't recommend making alternations to the brace, we are happy that it worked out for you. Thank you for the great review! 

Don't really fit my hand and not able to bend the material to make them more supportive.

I received this a few days ago (well within the time listed when ordering) for basal joint arthritis. My brother uses the Push Metagrip, but that one was more expensive, and there were numerous complaints in the reviews about the quality of the Velcro, and the velcro on that one is not replaceable.

I ordered the Basko CMCcare brace because it comes with an extra velcro strap, plus it's removable, and it looks very similar to the Push Metagrip. The Velcro seems pretty strong. (Hint: I read somewhere that tightening a Velcro strap too much causes it to weaken, so I've followed that hint on the Mueller brace, and it make a huge difference)

It's putting a bit of pressure on the basal joint, so I've loosened it a bit. It's certainly less cumbersome, and gives me more range of motion in my other fingers than the old Mueller Thumb stabilizers that I've been using for the last few years, although I'm still using the Mueller at night. In order to fit it properly, I followed the video directions on this website, which were more clear than the printed instructions in the package. I did just get a cortisone injection in that joint, so time will tell. I like it enough that I just ordered one for my other hand.

This brace is an answer to my prayers, and does exactly what it claims to. It immobilizes the joint, while still allowing full movement of the hand and wrist. After 25 years of typing and using a mouse daily, my joint is worn out. I've tried other hand/wrist braces, but they don't target the correct joint like this one does. It takes away the pain, and allows me to do my job without hindrance. I also wear it when working at home. I was skeptical of this product because of the cost, but so glad I took the chance and purchased it. Well worth it.

I bought this for my wife. She has full blown fibromyalgia and arthritis and she was suffering with her left hand due to the 2 diseases so after I read up about this thumb brace I bought it for her. When she started wearing it she said she could tell a difference in how her pain levels had dropped after a couple of days. One issue she had (and is covered in the instructions that come with the thumb brace) is there was too much pressure on the web part of her hand so we removed it and I simply cut it back a little at a time and she would wear it to see if it was fine. It only took us a couple of small trimming's from the plastic and it was perfect then. She now loves it and wears it every day all day long and said she is glad this brace is working for her. I asked her if it was 5 star worthy and she replied quickly...YES!!! We're glad there is a product like this for those painful ares that can be difficult to treat so thank you CMCcare for making this thumb brace available!!

This is a great brace to use after thumb injections and to support CMC joint until surgery can be performed.

I was expecting it to be softer, like a rubber spatula blade, not hard like the handle. I've gotten a small blister from the inside of the thumb hole, but it went away later. All in all, a good product, it helps a lot with my trigger thumb.

OMA: We are glad you found the CMC Thumb Brace helpful for your trigger thumb.  Although theoretically the CMCcare may be worn for other thumb issues, it was specifically designed for pain relief of CMC Thumb Arthritis. (We recommend the 3pp Oval-8 Finger Splint for Trigger Thumb) Purchasing the correct size can be the key to comfort. The plastic used on the brace is intentionally firm enough to provide thumb support, but flexible enough to mold to your hand for a custom fit. The brace may also be used with padding for additional comfort.  Please contact our customer service team if we can help in any way.

I have been using the CMCcare brace for about two weeks.  What a difference!   As soon as I put it on, the pain lessened.  The arthritis in my thumb is mild but over-use (knitting) had increased my discomfort quite a bit.  After wearing it for a few days the ache in my thumb was almost gone.  I like that it is light weight and I can still use my hand to type, write, golf and even knit.  It is easy to get on and off and I do like how simple it is to adjust the strap and squeeze the stay for a comfortable fit.  I would really  recommend this splint for anyone with thumb pain.