Palm Protectors for Stroke Recovery
Supporting hand positioning, skin protection and rehabilitation after stroke.
What causes it
A stroke can cause increased muscle tone (spasticity) in the hand, leading to a persistently clenched fist and difficulty opening the fingers.
Common symptoms
- Tightly closed fist
- Fingernails pressing into the palm
- Skin breakdown or odour in the palm
- Reduced ability to open the hand
Daily challenges
- Maintaining palm hygiene
- Preventing pressure injuries
- Encouraging a functional resting posture
How palm protectors help
A palm protector cushions the palm from the nails, redistributes pressure, and encourages a more open, comfortable hand position. Models with finger separators also improve hygiene between the fingers.
Skin protection & hand hygiene
A soft microbead cushion keeps fingernails away from the palm, redistributes pressure and — in models with finger separators — reduces skin-on-skin moisture between the fingers. This makes daily hand washing and inspection much easier for carers and clinicians.
Recommended products
M083
Hand Grip Palm Protector with Finger Separator
Palm protection with dedicated finger separation for hygiene.
M112
Low Profile Hand Grip with Finger Separator
Slim, discreet palm protection for advanced contractures.