You don't have to sacrifice fashion sense in the face of managing arthritis pain: ring splints are here to keep you looking as good as they help you feel.

The support and stability offered by splints make them a valuable tool for arthritis therapy. Unfortunately, neoprene and plastic aren't exactly the pinnacle of style.

But you don't have to sacrifice fashion sense to manage your arthritis pain. Ring splints can help you look as good as they help you feel.

Ring splints generally just look like simple silver rings, making them instantly classic and perfect for everyday wear. Looking for more sparkle? There are options that include gold, gemstones, and other embellishments. Whatever your personal style, it's easy to add ring splints to your go-to accessories.

Ring splints come in a variety of styles to suit your arthritis treatment. They may help manage hyperextension, improve dexterity, increase stability, and help straighten difficult-to-flex joints. In a small study published by Arthritis Care and Research, 15 out of 17 patients given ring splints showed significant improvement in their dexterity.

Ring splints do, of course, need all the care and attention you'd give to any other part of your treatment plan. Talk to your doctor about your arthritis symptoms and which style of splint would work best for you. A specialist can confirm your fit and make sure you get the best results from your splints.

Once you're all set up, prepare for the compliments. Melissa Peavey, a certified hand therapist and occupational therapist in Dallas, told Arthritis.org, "I have a patient who says that people are always coming up and asking her where she gets her 'cool rings.'"

Do you use ring splints? What has your experience been like? Let us know in the comments below.

For more on managing arthritis:

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