A thumb protection device arranged to transfer impact forces to the thumbs basal joint

摘要

A protective device for a user's digit comprising a plurality of resilient structures 1 and 2 arranged to encompass a portion of a user's digit wherein the resilient structures 1 and 2 are arranged to transfer impact forces to the crux of the carpometacarpal joint. The structures 1 and 2 may also be arranged to transfer part of an impact force to an object held in a user's hand. The resilient structures 1 and 2 may be attached by hinges or helical springs. The resilient structures may also overlap with projections or lips to cooperate with the overlapping elements of neighbouring structures. The device may only partially encompass a user's digit and may be used on a thumb or as part of a glove. A strap 38 may hold the device in position. The device may be used to protect a user's hand when playing hockey, cricket or lacrosse.