Arm splints for spastic quadriplegia

barniebean

My son is 25 and has severe spastic quadriplegic cp his arms are starting to bend in now and I was wondering whether anyone has tried splints or anything to delay this happening x cheers

Sam_Alumni

Hi @barniebean welcome to the community, I have moved your post to the CP category so I hope someone will be along soon to offer their experience.

Stayce

Hi @barniebean

I would recommend you look into Lycra upper limb splints. These can be custom made to your son's individual needs

To give you an idea  - have a look at these

https://www.dmorthotics.com/medical/products/dmo-glove

https://www.secondskin.com.au/Products/dynamic_arm_splints

Hope this helps. Let us know how you get on 

Best

Sam_Alumni

Hi @barniebean how are you getting on?