Spasticity & tone management
Splints, braces, and therapy tools — fit with OT/physiatry first.
Increased muscle tone (spasticity) may need custom splints, stretching programs, or medications. This list shows catalog items for positioning, hand/wrist support, and foot drop — always ask your clinician before ordering braces.
Matches profile condition: spasticity
Clinical notes
- Poorly fitted splints can worsen contractures.
- AFOs often require prescription and measurement.
- Combine with daily stretching as directed.
Matched products
Ranked by tags, categories, goals, and editor picks in conditions.json. Hover cards for full safety notes.
Ask clinicianPositions wrist and forearm for night stretching — common spasticity support.
- Spasticity & increased tone
- Left-side weakness (hemiparesis)
Why matched (score 131)
- Editor pick for this condition
- Tag: splint
- Tag: tone
- Tag: spasticity
Ask clinicianWhy matched (score 119)
- Editor pick for this condition
- Mentions splint
- Mentions brace
- Category: hand arm
Wrist Brace with Thumb Spica for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 114)
- Editor pick for this condition
- Mentions brace
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Ask clinicianTop pickWhy matched (score 114)
- Editor pick for this condition
- Mentions brace
- Category: mobility
- Matches “AFO”
Ask clinicianAssists hamstring and calf stretches when one leg is weak or stiff.
- Spasticity & increased tone
- Left-side weakness (hemiparesis)
Why matched (score 110)
- Editor pick for this condition
- Tag: spasticity
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Ask clinicianOpen-finger resting splint — supports wrist and finger position between sessions.
- Spasticity & increased tone
- Left-side weakness (hemiparesis)
Why matched (score 31)
- Tag: splint
- Mentions brace
- Tag: tone
- Tag: spasticity
PhotoFinger Splint Set for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 16)
- Tag: splint
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoRadial Gutter Splint for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 16)
- Tag: splint
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoTrigger Finger Splint for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 16)
- Tag: splint
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoUlnar Gutter Splint for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 16)
- Tag: splint
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoCarpal Tunnel Night Wrist Brace for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 14)
- Mentions brace
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoSoft foam separators keep fingers spaced — helpful after contracture or swelling.
Why matched (score 14)
- Tag: positioning
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoHand Immobilizer Splint for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 14)
- Mentions splint
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoMallet Finger Splint for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 14)
- Mentions splint
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Ask clinicianLight AFO for foot drop — fits in sneakers when prescribed by orthotist.
- Left-side weakness (hemiparesis)
- Right-side weakness (hemiparesis)
Why matched (score 13)
- Mentions brace
- Category: mobility
- Matches “AFO”
- Matches “foot drop”
Ask clinicianWhy matched (score 13)
- Mentions brace
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Top pickWhy matched (score 11)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Photo9 Hole Peg Test Kit for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoAdjustable Hand Grip Strengthener for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoBeans Sorting Practice Kit for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoBuddy Tape Finger Wraps for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoClothespins Dexterity Pack for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoCompression Arthritis Gloves for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoDigi-Flex Style Finger Exerciser for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoEgg Hand Exerciser for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoFinger Cot Protectors for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoFinger Resistance Loop Bands for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoFinger Spring Exerciser for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoGrip Ring Exerciser for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoHand Exercise Squeeze Ball for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoHand Xtrainer Resistance Tool for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoHandwriting Practice Grips for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoLacing Cards Therapy Kit for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoMarble Maze Hand Therapy Board for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoMini Puzzle Dexterity Set for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoAsk clinicianSensor glove + app guides repetitive hand exercises with music-based feedback.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoPower Web Hand Exerciser for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Silicone Finger Stretcher for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoStacking Cone Dexterity Set for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoTherapy Rice Bin Kit for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoTweezers Fine Motor Kit for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoVibration Massage Ball for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoWeighted Therapy Ball for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoWooden Pegboard Dexterity Test for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoWrist Roller Trainer for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoWrist Wrap Support for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Top pickWhy matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Top pickColor-coded putty for graded squeeze, pinch, and finger extension.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Ask clinicianTop pickMirror visually tricks the brain — evidence-based for hemiparesis.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Top pickClassic OT pegboard for pinch, in-hand manipulation and crossing midline.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Top pickClip-on or hook-on tray — meals, tablet, and daily tasks at wheelchair height.
Why matched (score 10)
- Category: mobility
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Assorted Coins Practice Kit for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Finger Extension Bands for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Train opening the hand — counteracts grip dominance.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Independent springs for each finger to retrain isolation.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Finger Tapping Practice Cards for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Ask clinicianCollapsible mirror box for table — hides affected hand during exercises.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Folding tray leaves one side open — room for hemiparesis or caregiver assist.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: mobility
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Hand Therapy Peg Board for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Ask clinicianMirror setup for graded motor imagery — used in OT stroke programs.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Ask clinicianFloor or table stand with angle-adjust mirror — arm or hand sessions.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Ask clinicianGentle shoulder range-of-motion using a door-mounted pulley and handles.
- Left-side weakness (hemiparesis)
- Right-side weakness (hemiparesis)
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Putty Tools Fine Motor Set for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Ask clinicianLarge acrylic mirror sheet — build or replace a mirror box lid.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

TheraBand FlexBar for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Therapy Bead Stringing Kit for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Therapy Putty Resistance Set for hand therapy, recovery, accessibility, or daily task support.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Ask clinicianShatter-resistant wall mirror for home exercise corner or clinic-style setup.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: hand arm
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Soft or high-friction rim covers — easier propulsion with weak grip.
Why matched (score 9)
- Category: mobility
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Ask clinicianTop pickHeight-adjustable leg rests with calf pads — supports swelling and positioning.
Why matched (score 8)
- Mentions positioning
- Category: mobility
Top pickEasy to fold, lightweight for transport and outings.
Why matched (score 6)
- Category: mobility
Ask clinicianFloor mirror + positioning guides for leg mirror therapy exercises.
Why matched (score 6)
- Mentions positioning
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Top pickFour-point base for extra stability than a single-tip cane.
Why matched (score 6)
- Category: mobility
Top pickStable walking support with rest seat — reduces fatigue and falls.
- Balance & fall prevention
- Left-side weakness (hemiparesis)
Why matched (score 6)
- Category: mobility
PhotoWhy matched (score 5)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoBoard with nails/pegs to hold food steady for one-handed chopping and prep.
Why matched (score 5)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
PhotoWhy matched (score 5)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Tri-wheel design fits tight halls — lighter than four-wheel rollators.
Why matched (score 5)
- Category: mobility
Top pickReplace round knobs with levers — easier one-handed use after stroke.
- Left-side weakness (hemiparesis)
- Right-side weakness (hemiparesis)
Why matched (score 5)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Top pickExtended shafts — weed and cultivate from standing or tall seat.
Why matched (score 5)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Top pickGrabber for floor items, socks, and light objects — reduces bending.
- Left-side weakness (hemiparesis)
- Right-side weakness (hemiparesis)
Why matched (score 5)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Top pickAutomatic can opener — minimal grip and wrist force for meal prep.
Why matched (score 5)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Memory foam or gel arm pads — pressure relief for forearms and elbows.
Why matched (score 5)
- Category: mobility
Top pickRaises screen to eye level — less neck strain during return-to-work.
Why matched (score 5)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Leg rests pivot to the side — faster transfers without removing hardware.
Why matched (score 5)
- Category: mobility
Top pickWhy matched (score 5)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Small rear wheels or bars — reduce backward tip when leaning or on ramps.
Why matched (score 5)
- Category: mobility

Frame clip holds cane or quad stick — frees hands for pushing.
Why matched (score 5)
- Category: mobility

Clamp-on drink holder — keeps water within reach on the frame or armrest.
Why matched (score 5)
- Category: mobility

Extended hanger tubes or footplates for taller users — heels supported on plate.
Why matched (score 5)
- Category: mobility
Ask clinicianFrame-mounted holder for O₂ cylinder — keeps tank secure while moving.
Why matched (score 5)
- Category: mobility

Waterproof cape fits over wheelchair and lap — stay dry on outings.
Why matched (score 5)
- Category: mobility

Tote under seat — phone, meds, and essentials without a backpack.
Why matched (score 5)
- Category: mobility

Firm foam wedge for reflux, breathing, and semi-reclined rest.
Why matched (score 4)
- Tag: positioning

Neck-contour pillow for side/back sleepers managing fatigue and positioning.
- Post-stroke fatigue
- Rest and energy management
Why matched (score 4)
- Tag: positioning

Stable surface with wrist cushion — work from couch during fatigue days.
Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Clamp-mount hub — plug devices without reaching behind tower.
Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Pick up debris and light tools without bending — rotating jaw.
Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Ask clinicianClip or watch tracker with app map — for confusion, aphasia, or exit-seeking.
Why matched (score 4)
- Mentions brace

Curved rim helps scoop food one-handed without chasing peas.
Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Gooseneck magnifier with light — mail, meds, and phone under enlargement.
Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Wash back and feet without bending — replaceable sponge head.
Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Self-opening scissors — cut mail and crafts with reduced grip.
Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Stabilizes bottles and jars for one-handed opening at meals or parties.
- Left-side weakness (hemiparesis)
- Right-side weakness (hemiparesis)
Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Separated key halves — neutral wrist angle for one- or two-handed typing.
Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Angled foot support — reduces leg swelling during seated work.
Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function

Wall-mounted pockets or tiers — herbs and flowers at chest height.
Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Ask clinicianSmaller weighted pad for seated rest — less bulk than a full blanket.
- Post-stroke fatigue
- Spasticity & increased tone
Why matched (score 4)
- Mentions spasticity

Why matched (score 4)
- Recovery goal: hand arm function
Top pickRuns head-to-foot — steadying when repositioning or standing.
Why matched (score 3)
- Mentions positioning
PhotoWhy matched (score 3)
- Mentions positioning
Common questions
- Can I buy an AFO online?
- Over-the-counter AFOs exist, but prescription orthotics often fit better. Start with PT/physiatry or orthotist evaluation.