carpal tunnel brace for sleeping

A true superstar at relieving wrist pain, the BRACEOWL Carpal Tunnel Wrist Brace impressed us with its easy adjustability and nighttime comfort, making it our best overall pick. After just a few uses, one of our editors noticed that most of her pain was gone when using her computer during the day.

The BRACEOWL also performed well regarding adjustability. We found that the straps were easy đồ sộ adjust, and the brace adapted đồ sộ use on both the left and right hand without any trouble. Technically, we think the brace could be a bit more breathable for sleeping, but almost every carpal tunnel brace will be somewhat noticeable when worn at night. 

Still, the BRACEOWL remained completely compatible with sleep. It didn’t get in the way of a comfortable night's sleep, and its benefits (legitimate effectiveness at preventing carpal tunnel pain) were well worth it. Compared đồ sộ some of the other braces we tested, we couldn’t find one that was as comfortable and offered as much relief as the BRACEOWL.

Price at time of publication: $24 

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Sizes: One size | Adjustable: Yes | Material: Cotton/nylon/neoprene | Washing Instructions: Not specified}

The kích hoạt Tribex Wrist Support Brace is just as effective as the BRACEOWL brace, but it's in the runner-up position because the product packaging is a bit misleading. The product descriptions and marketing give the impression that this brace can also be used during the day while working at a desk, which our experts advise against. Plus, when we attempted đồ sộ use the brace at a desk đồ sộ see how it performed, we found it too confining and uncomfortable.

That issue aside, we couldn’t have been happier with how comfortable the brace was đồ sộ wear at night, and we thought the brace was highly adjustable for how securely it fits around the hand. The brace gave us a nice, snug fit that kept the wrist in a neutral position and relieved the ache from being on the computer all day,

The bottom line? If you’re looking for a sleep brace exclusively, the kích hoạt Tribex may be more comfortable than vãn the BRACEOWL. It does wonders for relieving hand pain, ví while it can’t be worn throughout the day, anyone seeking all-night tư vấn will find this the perfect option. 

Price at time of publication: $11 

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Sizes: One size | Adjustable: Yes | Material: Neoprene | Washing Instructions: Not specified}

The Wellgate PerfectFit Wrist Brace is often marked down đồ sộ astonishingly low sales prices, but even when it’s full-priced, our testing showed it is still a good quality brace that’s both comfortable and effective. 

The Wellgate brace felt secure during sleep, the material was light and breathable, and wearing the brace at night reduced wrist pain the next day. Getting the right fit took some time, but once we were able đồ sộ adjust the straps correctly, any initial tightness went away.

This one isn’t a miracle worker, and it’s sized for women’s hands (according đồ sộ the manufacturer), ví there’s a limit đồ sộ the adjustability. Still, we thought the Wellgate brace was a good budget pick that was generally comfortable and useful in relieving pain.

Price at time of publication: $17

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Sizes: One size, left or right | Adjustable: Yes | Material: Memory foam | Washing Instructions: Hand wash in cold soapy water and air dry}

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Although the ComfyBrace Night Wrist Sleep Support Brace would be most effective for someone with larger wrists, we appreciated just how comfortable and adjustable it was. With a soft, squishy cushion and breathable fabric, the brace didn’t heat up during sleep, plus it offered a lot of flexibility in sizing down đồ sộ a certain point (and can be used on either hand, eliminating the need đồ sộ buy two).

That said, if your wrists are smaller in size, it can be difficult đồ sộ get a secure and snug fit, causing the brace đồ sộ move around a lot on the wrist. With tiny wrists, using this brace will require frequent adjustment and re-tightening. If a brace doesn’t stay in place well, it won’t keep the wrist in the neutral position required for carpal tunnel pain relief. 

If your wrist is on the larger side, you might think the ComfyBrace is the perfect combination of comfort and adjustability, but people with smaller wrists should consider a different product.

Price at time of publication: $17 

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Sizes: One size | Adjustable: Yes | Material: Neoprene | Washing Instructions: Hand wash}

The Copper Compression Arthritis Gloves are a snug-but-comfortable option for anyone looking for streamlined tư vấn for their wrist. In testing, we found these gloves đồ sộ be flexible and supportive but not cumbersome, providing firm tư vấn that molded đồ sộ the hand.

While the gloves aren’t technically adjustable, their stretchy construction allows them đồ sộ adapt đồ sộ various hand sizes. They did a good job of keeping hands from twisting or turning (i.e., preventing movements that can aggravate carpal tunnel symptoms), but the downside is that these gloves overheat easily. The gloves aren’t very breathable, ví wearing these at night may feel lượt thích sleeping with normal gloves on. 

If the glove-style of wrist tư vấn is what you’re looking for, the effectiveness and adjustability of these gloves are top-notch. However, if you’re someone who runs hot at night or usually has sweaty palms, you might want đồ sộ tìm kiếm for more breathable gloves.

Price at time of publication: $33 

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Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, X-Large | Adjustable: No | Material: Nylon | Washing Instructions: Not specified}

How We Rated the Carpal Tunnel Braces

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do braces work for carpal tunnel syndrome?

  As long as your symptoms are actually caused by carpal tunnel syndrome, braces are generally effective. But it’s hard đồ sộ know exactly how effective since people are often misdiagnosed. 

  According đồ sộ Swain, carpal tunnel only causes symptoms in certain fingers, ví if you have numbness and pain in all of your fingers, especially your pinky, something else is likely đồ sộ be causing your symptoms. The same may be true if you have symptoms in both hands rather than vãn just one. If it’s not carpal tunnel causing your symptoms, a brace designed for carpal tunnel won’t help much.

• What type of brace is best for carpal tunnel?

  "Any brace that stabilizes the wrist in a neutral or a slightly extended position," says Eby, "should help relieve symptoms." The brace should be snug but not tight, allow comfortable movement of the fingers, and not worsen symptoms by placing too much pressure on the wrist. 

  Most of our experts warned against one-size-fits-all braces, though if you’re lucky enough đồ sộ have an average-sized hand and wrist, you may be able đồ sộ wear one comfortably.

• How many hours a day should you wear a carpal tunnel brace?

  "You should wear a brace at night while you sleep, ví six đồ sộ eight hours is about the right amount of time," says Swain. Avoid wearing the brace all day since this can negatively affect your muscles and circulation. If you bởi feel you need đồ sộ use the brace during the day as well as at night, make sure you take frequent breaks. 

  “It is important đồ sộ move your hand in order đồ sộ get good blood flow,” says Swain. “Not moving the hand at all can let muscles become weak or tight and be counterproductive.”

  In the long term, Eby says you can wear the brace regularly for about four đồ sộ six weeks, then begin gradually decreasing use for about four additional weeks. You don’t want đồ sộ wear a brace indefinitely or for long periods of time unless under the supervision of a doctor.
  

• How long does it take for a wrist brace đồ sộ help carpal tunnel?

  There’s no definitive answer. For most cases of mild đồ sộ moderate carpal tunnel syndrome, says Eby, symptoms should resolve within six đồ sộ 12 weeks. More severe cases, however, may require carpal tunnel release surgery.

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  You can maximize the results of your brace, Eby adds, by addressing any underlying causes that might be contributing đồ sộ your symptoms; consider making workplace modifications, improving your posture, increasing therapeutic exercises, and seeking care for medical conditions that can exacerbate carpal tunnel syndrome, lượt thích arthritis and ganglion cysts.