Raynaud’s Disease: How Specialised Gloves Can Help You Manage the Cold

Living with Raynaud’s disease often means facing sudden cold, numbness, and colour changes in your fingers—especially when temperatures drop or stress kicks in. If you’ve ever felt your hands turn icy during a cool morning or struggled with daily tasks because of reduced sensation, you’re not alone. In this blog post, we’ll explore what Raynaud’s is, why it happens, and how gloves designed with Raynaud’s-specific needs in mind, like those from NuovaHealth, can help you manage episodes more effectively. We’ll dive into practical tips, answer common questions, and highlight how our design works differently to keep your hands warmer and more stable. Remember, while gloves can support comfort, they’re not a cure—always prioritise health and consult a professional for personalised advice.

What is Raynaud’s disease?

Raynaud’s disease is a condition where the small blood vessels in the fingers, particularly the digital arteries, overreact to cold or emotional stress. This causes them to narrow sharply, reducing blood flow and leading to symptoms like fingertips turning pale or blue, feeling numb or chilly, and sometimes aching. It often flares up first thing in the morning or when moving between warm and cool areas, such as stepping outside on a brisk day. The base of the fingers might feel tender when pressed, and episodes typically ease with gradual warming—like holding a warm drink. Understanding this mechanism helps you see why maintaining consistent warmth is key to reducing discomfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can Raynaud’s affect other parts of the body?
    Yes, while fingers are most common, it can also impact toes, ears, or the nose due to similar blood vessel responses in extremities. This is because the same nervous system triggers affect all small arteries.
  • Is Raynaud’s a sign of something more serious?
    Usually not, but in some cases, it can be linked to underlying conditions like autoimmune disorders—so if symptoms are new or worsening, it’s best to see a doctor for evaluation.

Why does Raynaud’s flare up?

Common daily activities can set off Raynaud’s by prompting blood vessels to constrict too much. For instance, spending time in cooler environments—like waiting for a bus on a chilly day—can make digital arteries narrow, leading to cold, numb fingers. Stress or anxiety might also trigger this response, even without a big temperature change, as emotions stimulate the nervous system. Additionally, handling cold objects or experiencing sudden drafts can worsen episodes. On the other hand, warming hands slowly with gentle movement or avoiding quick transitions between temperatures often helps vessels relax and blood flow return, reducing the frequency of flares.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What besides cold can trigger Raynaud’s?
    Emotional stress, handling cold objects, or even air conditioning can set it off, as they stimulate the nervous system to constrict blood vessels. Some people also notice triggers during routine tasks like typing in a cool room.
  • Does diet play a role in Raynaud’s?
    While no specific diet cures it, avoiding caffeine and nicotine might help, as they can worsen blood vessel constriction. Staying hydrated and eating balanced meals supports overall circulation.

Symptoms and tell-tale signs to watch for

Recognising Raynaud’s symptoms early can help you manage it better and seek advice if needed. Look for:

  • Fingers turning white or blue in cool places, due to sudden blood flow drops.
  • Numbness or prickling feelings first thing in the morning, as circulation slows overnight.
  • Cold fingertips that persist during longer periods in cooler conditions, from sustained vessel constriction.
  • Aching or throbbing later in the day after temperature changes, as blood vessels open and close repeatedly.
  • Redness and warmth when blood flow returns, often after warming up.
  • Difficulty with fine tasks like buttoning when fingers are cold, because reduced sensation and stiffness set in.
  • Tender fingertips after an episode, from the temporary lack of blood flow.

These signs often correlate with specific times or activities, helping you identify patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long do Raynaud’s episodes usually last?
    Most episodes last from a few minutes to an hour, but they can vary based on triggers and how quickly you warm up. In severe cases, they might persist longer.
  • Can Raynaud’s cause long-term damage?
    In primary Raynaud’s, it’s rare, but secondary Raynaud’s (linked to other conditions) might lead to skin sores or tissue damage if untreated, so monitoring symptoms is important.

Who is at risk?

Certain factors increase the likelihood of developing Raynaud’s. Women are more commonly affected than men, especially those aged 15–30. People with a family history of Raynaud’s or autoimmune conditions like lupus may have a higher risk. Additionally, individuals in cold climates or those with jobs involving vibration tools (e.g., construction) might experience more episodes. Why? Because these factors can influence blood vessel sensitivity and response to stressors.

Complications and why it matters

While Raynaud’s is often manageable, ignoring it could lead to issues like skin ulcers or infections in rare cases, particularly if blood flow is severely reduced over time. This matters because it can affect daily function—for example, making it harder to perform tasks like writing or cooking. If symptoms don’t improve with self-care, it’s crucial to seek advice to rule out underlying conditions. Always refer to the “Important disclaimer and safety information” section for when to act.

Practical ways to feel better day to day

Managing Raynaud’s starts with simple, consistent habits that support circulation and reduce triggers. Wear gloves indoors if you feel chilly, and warm hands gradually—avoid sudden heat like hot water, which can cause rebound cooling. When moving between temperatures, give your hands time to adjust by putting on gloves before heading out. Gentle movement, like finger stretches or walking, can boost blood flow, and stress-reducing techniques such as deep breathing may help if tension triggers episodes. Additionally, layering clothing and using hand warmers in extreme cold can provide extra support. These steps foster overall comfort, and pairing them with specialised gloves can enhance warmth and stability during daily activities.

How NuovaHealth gloves are designed to help

Our full-finger gloves are engineered to change how your digital arteries and skin respond to cold stress during tasks like first steps in the morning, moving between temperatures, or daily errands in cooler settings. While standard thermal gloves focus only on insulation, our approach targets the specific triggers of a Raynaud’s episode.

What Makes Our Design Different:

  • For Sudden Cooling: Standard gloves can trap sweat, which then cools down. Our breathable, lightweight knit allows excess heat to escape slowly, while moisture-wicking fibres keep skin dry. This dual-action system prevents the rapid temperature drop that makes blood vessels spasm, giving you more consistent warmth from wrist to fingertips.
  • For Lost Grip and Dexterity: Bulky gloves can make fine tasks frustrating. Our thin, flexible knit follows your hand’s shape, and subtle silicone strips on the palm and fingers provide a secure grip on smooth surfaces. This means you can hold a key, use your phone, or button a coat with less pressure and more confidence, even when sensation is reduced.

A Note on Fit and Gentle Compression

Most people find the most benefit from a close, non-constrictive fit that maintains warmth without restricting circulation. This is the standard and safest way to use these gloves for Raynaud’s comfort.

However, we recognise that in some specific cases—such as when managing a ‘puffy’ sensation or to improve awareness of finger position (proprioception)—a GP or physiotherapist might advise trying a gently closer feel.

If, and only if, a clinician has recommended this:

  • You may consider selecting one size down for a gentle, uniform pressure.
  • This must never feel tight. A crucial safety check: there should be no pins and needles, numbness, or coldness in your fingertips. Your fingertips should feel warm within a few minutes of being in a warm room.

Why this caution is essential: Because Raynaud’s involves reduced blood flow, any significant external pressure can potentially worsen it. This optional closer fit is intended to be a very light, therapeutic pressure under professional guidance, not traditional compression.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How are these gloves different from regular thermal gloves?
    Regular gloves often just provide bulk. Our design focuses on managing the rate of temperature change and moisture, which are key triggers for Raynaud’s, while also ensuring you don’t lose dexterity.
  • Can I wear these gloves overnight?
    It’s generally safe if they’re non-constrictive and comfortable, but if you have severe circulation issues, consult a doctor first to avoid any risks.

Beyond Raynaud’s: Ideal for other hand conditions

While designed for Raynaud’s comfort, these gloves can also support a range of hand-related issues by providing consistent warmth, improved grip, and gentle support. For example, if you deal with arthritis, the flexible knit may help reduce joint stiffness during movement, or if you have poor circulation, the moisture-wicking fibres can maintain dryness and comfort. Below, we’ll explore how they adapt to various needs—stay tuned for more details in the upcoming accordion section.

For Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which provides sensation to your thumb, index, and middle fingers, becomes compressed as it passes through the narrow carpal tunnel in your wrist. This can lead to tingling, numbness, a feeling of weakness in your pinch, and an ache that often flares at night or during tasks like typing, driving, or turning jars. It’s a common condition, especially among working-age adults, and can be influenced by factors like the natural size of your wrist, pregnancy, diabetes, or repetitive hand use.

What often happens is a frustrating cycle. As numbness makes your grip feel unreliable, you might instinctively clench harder or hold your wrist in a fixed, bent position to feel more in control. Unfortunately, this very action increases pressure inside the carpal tunnel, further irritating the nerve and prolonging the tingling. If you also experience Raynaud’s phenomenon, this cycle intensifies. The profound cold and numbness from a Raynaud’s episode can make a tight, cautious grip feel essential for even simple tasks, dramatically increasing the strain on the nerve. At the same time, the ache from carpal tunnel can cause you to hold your hand rigidly, reducing blood flow and making your fingers feel colder more quickly—creating a loop where each condition actively worsens the other.

Our gloves are designed to help interrupt this cycle. The gentle, consistent warmth helps improve circulation, which can counter the cold that drives Raynaud’s symptoms and reduce the instinct to clench. The soft, seamless cuff is crucial as it disperses pressure across the front of your wrist, so leaning on a desk or holding a tool doesn’t focus force on one vulnerable spot. Furthermore, the thin silicone strips on the palms and fingers provide a secure hold on smooth surfaces, allowing you to grasp items firmly without needing excessive force. This helps you maintain a more neutral, relaxed wrist position, which minimises pressure inside the carpal tunnel.

For the best support, choose a close fit that provides comfort without constriction. The cuff should sit smoothly against your skin without digging in, and after a few minutes of wear, you shouldn’t see any red marks. Position the glove so that seams don’t rest directly on the most sensitive part of your wrist.

With use, you may find that tingling subsides more quickly, your grip feels more confident with less effort, and daily tasks in cool environments become far more manageable. We’re confident these gloves can help ease nerve irritation and support your hand function. If you don’t experience a meaningful improvement in your comfort and control, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Trigger Finger (Stenosing Tenosynovitis)
Trigger finger involves a flexor tendon in your finger or thumb becoming irritated and thickened, causing it to catch or lock as it glides through its pulley system—a tunnel at the base of the digit. This often results in a painful snap or click when straightening the finger, and can start with morning stiffness or discomfort during activities like gripping tools or opening containers. It’s frequently seen in people with diabetes, inflammatory conditions, or those whose hobbies or work involve repetitive gripping.

The locking creates a protective response. You might unconsciously limit your hand’s movement or alter your grip to avoid the jarring catch, which can strain other areas and delay healing. Cold weather and Raynaud’s phenomenon significantly worsen this issue. The stiffness from cold makes the already-inflamed tendon less flexible and more prone to catching. Simultaneously, the pain from the triggering itself leads to a rigid, guarded hand posture, which reduces blood flow and amplifies cold sensitivity in a frustrating feedback loop.

Our gloves work by addressing both the stiffness and the mechanical stress. The consistent, gentle warmth helps soothe the tendon, improving its glide and reducing the morning stiffness that often leads to the first painful catch of the day. The soft interior cushions the base of the fingers to diffuse pressure on the inflamed pulley. Importantly, the silicone grips on the palm provide enough traction that you can hold items securely without making a tight, forceful fist—the very action that aggravates the tendon.

When selecting a size, opt for one that allows your hand to rest in a natural, slightly curved position. Ensure there is no tightness across your palm, particularly near the base of the affected finger, to avoid adding pressure to the irritated area. The glove should complement your movement without any resistance.

With regular use, you’ll likely experience smoother finger movement, fewer painful snaps, and greater confidence in daily activities. We believe these gloves can help reduce catching episodes and support comfortable hand use. If you don’t find it easier to move your finger without hesitation or pain, we’ll provide a full refund within 30 days.

For Tendonitis & Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
Tendonitis and Repetitive Strain Injury involve inflammation and micro-damage to the tendons and muscles from overuse. You might feel this as a specific, tender line along a tendon in your hand or wrist, often accompanied by aching during gripping, stiffness after rest, and a sharp sting when pressing on a narrow edge or handle. These issues are common for anyone whose daily tasks—like typing, crafting, or manual work—involve repeated motions.

The problem often starts a cycle where pain leads to protective muscle tension. You might unconsciously clench or hold your hand in a fixed way to guard the sore spot, but this new posture places different stress on already vulnerable tissues, delaying healing. Cold environments and Raynaud’s phenomenon powerfully fuel this cycle. The reduced blood flow from cold causes tendons to stiffen, making them more prone to irritation with every movement. At the same time, the pain from RSI encourages that clenched, guarded posture, which further restricts circulation and amplifies the feeling of stiffness.

Our gloves provide relief by addressing both the muscular tension and the environmental triggers. The gentle, consistent warmth helps increase local blood flow, supporting your body’s natural repair processes and reducing morning stiffness. The soft, flexible material moves with your hand, minimising strain during activity. The silicone palm grips enhance security so you can perform tasks with less forceful clutching, which helps break the cycle of over-gripping.

For the best support, choose a snug fit that gently hugs the hand and wrist without limiting your range of motion. This helps maintain muscle warmth and encourages a more relaxed, natural hand position.

With regular use, you should experience less aching after activity and improved ease during repetitive tasks. We’re confident these gloves can help reduce discomfort and support your hands during daily use. If you don’t feel a meaningful difference in your comfort and functional ability, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Thumb-Base Osteoarthritis
Thumb-Base Osteoarthritis involves the wear-and-tear of cartilage at the CMC joint, where your thumb meets your wrist. This can lead to pain, swelling, and a loss of strength and mobility that makes pinching and gripping actions—from turning a key to opening a jar—feel challenging. It often develops with age, previous injury, or genetic factors, and is more common in women.

This degeneration creates a difficult adaptation. As the joint becomes sore, you may unconsciously shift your grip or avoid using the thumb, placing extra strain on other parts of your hand. Cold weather and Raynaud’s phenomenon profoundly impact this joint. Cold increases stiffness and reduces the fluid that helps joints move smoothly, making every movement more painful. The joint’s limited function can also cause you to grip objects differently, often with more force, which further irritates the arthritic base.

Our gloves are designed to support and protect this sensitive joint. The material provides gentle compression and warmth, helping to ease stiffness and improve comfort. A key feature is the smooth silicone grip patterning, which reduces the amount of force needed to hold items, lessening the load placed on the thumb base during pinching and grasping. The flexible design allows your thumb to maintain a more natural, open position rather than tucking tightly across your palm.

When selecting your size, ensure there is sufficient room across the palm and thumb area. The glove should not compress the joint itself but rather sit comfortably around it, providing stability without direct pressure.

With use, you may find it easier to complete daily tasks with less thumb pain and greater confidence. We believe these gloves can help improve comfort and function at the thumb base. If you do not experience a noticeable reduction in pain and an increased ease with hand activities, we’ll provide a full refund within 30 days.

For Hand Osteoarthritis (Finger Joints)
Hand osteoarthritis involves the gradual wearing down of cartilage in the small joints of your fingers. You might notice this as stiffness, especially when you first start moving your hands after rest, aching during use, and sometimes small, firm bumps near your knuckles or fingertip joints. Everyday tasks like fastening buttons, turning keys, or holding slim handles can feel sharper and more uncomfortable as these joints become more sensitive to pressure.

What makes this stiffness and discomfort persist is often a cycle of compensation. As certain movements become painful, you might unconsciously grip items more tightly or use your hand in a slightly different way to avoid the sore spots. This altered grip can strain other parts of your hand. Cold weather and Raynaud’s phenomenon have a significant impact here. The cold makes already stiff joints feel even tighter and reduces blood flow, while the pain from osteoarthritis encourages a more rigid, guarded way of holding things. This combination can make your fingers feel colder and slow down your movement as you start tasks.

Our gloves are designed to help ease this stiffness and make everyday handling more comfortable. The gentle, consistent warmth helps improve circulation around the finger joints, which can reduce that initial tightness when you begin moving. The soft inner fabric and smooth silicone grips on the palm mean you don’t have to squeeze as hard to maintain control of items. This lighter grip reduces the direct pressure on sensitive joint surfaces. The flexible material moves freely with your fingers, supporting their natural movement rather than restricting them.

When choosing your size, look for a fit that is close without being tight, allowing your fingers to rest in their natural curved position. Ensure the glove doesn’t press on any tender bony bumps or the tips of your nails.

With use, you may find that morning stiffness eases more quickly, and handling everyday objects feels more comfortable, particularly in cooler conditions. We’re confident these gloves can help support your hand comfort and function. If you don’t experience a meaningful improvement in ease of movement and reduction in discomfort, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Rheumatoid Arthritis (Hands and Wrists)
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the lining of the joints, causing inflammation, warmth, swelling, and pain. In the hands and wrists, this often affects multiple joints on both sides, leading to significant morning stiffness, reduced grip strength, and general discomfort that can make daily tasks like opening containers or writing challenging.

The inflammation itself creates a difficult cycle. The swollen, tender joints are highly sensitive to pressure, so even light contact with hard surfaces can feel sharp. This often leads to protective guarding, where you unconsciously limit movement or alter your grip to avoid pain, which in turn can increase stiffness. Cold weather and Raynaud’s phenomenon deeply influence this cycle. Cold can increase joint stiffness and reduce blood flow, while the pain and swelling from RA encourage tense, restricted hand positions that further limit circulation and can make Raynaud’s episodes feel more intense.

Our gloves are designed to provide gentle, all-around support for sensitive and inflamed joints. The soft, seamless fabric helps distribute pressure evenly, so contact with edges and handles feels less sharp. The consistent, mild warmth can help ease morning stiffness and improve circulation without overheating. The thin silicone palm grips enhance your hold on objects, allowing you to use a lighter, more relaxed grip that places less strain on tender wrist and finger joints.

Choose a size that accommodates any swelling while still providing gentle support. The glove should feel comfortable without constricting any part of your hand, especially across swollen joints.

On days when inflammation is active, you may find these gloves help make handling everyday items more manageable with less discomfort. We believe they can be a supportive part of your overall management plan. If you don’t find they provide meaningful comfort and support during daily activities, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Psoriatic Arthritis (Hands)
Psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory condition often linked with psoriasis, where the body’s immune system can affect the joints, tendon sheaths, and the points where tendons attach to bone. In the hands, this commonly involves the small joints near the fingertips, leading to pain, stiffness, and sometimes changes to the nails, such as pitting or lifting. You might notice tenderness around the nail base, aching during pinch and grip, and a sharp discomfort when pressing on small surfaces like buttons or handles.

The inflammation creates a cycle where sore joints and tendons make everyday movements feel challenging. To avoid pain, you might unconsciously alter your grip or hold items more tightly, which can strain other areas and keep inflammation active. Cold weather and Raynaud’s phenomenon significantly influence this cycle. The cold reduces blood flow and increases stiffness, making tendons and joints more prone to irritation. At the same time, the pain from psoriatic arthritis encourages a guarded, firm grip that further limits circulation and can trigger more intense Raynaud’s episodes, where fingers turn pale or blue and feel numb.

Our gloves are designed to provide gentle support and protection for these sensitive areas. The soft inner fabric cushions the fingertips and nail folds, reducing sharp pressure from small items. The consistent warmth helps improve blood flow, easing stiffness and making initial movements smoother. Silicone grips on the palms enhance your hold on objects, allowing you to use a lighter grip without sacrificing control, which lessens the pull on inflamed tendon attachments. The flexible material moves with your hand, supporting natural finger curves rather than forcing them flat.

For a comfortable fit, choose a size that is snug but not tight, with extra room around the fingertips to avoid pressure on nails. Position the gloves so seams don’t rub against tender joints or nail folds.

With use, you may find that handling everyday items feels more manageable, with less stinging around the nails and easier movement after rest. We’re confident these gloves can help support your hand comfort and function. If you don’t experience a meaningful improvement, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Scleroderma (Hands)
Scleroderma involves changes to the skin and blood vessels, often leading to Raynaud’s phenomenon, where fingers react strongly to cold by turning white or blue and feeling numb or painful. Over time, skin may become tighter, limiting movement and making fingers more sensitive to pressure. You might experience tenderness at the fingertips, difficulty with fine tasks, and discomfort from pressing on hard edges or handles.

The tightness and reduced blood flow create a challenging cycle. Cold temperatures trigger vessel spasms, cutting off circulation and causing pain upon rewarming. This often leads to a protective response where you grip items more firmly to compensate for numbness, but this increased pressure can irritate already sensitive skin and joints. In turn, the discomfort from scleroderma encourages a stiff, guarded hand position that further reduces blood flow and prolongs Raynaud’s episodes.

Our gloves are designed to help manage these symptoms by providing consistent warmth and protection. The gentle insulating layer helps maintain blood flow, reducing the frequency and severity of Raynaud’s attacks. The soft, seamless interior minimises friction and pressure on tender fingertip pads and nail folds, while silicone grips on the palms allow for a secure hold with less force. Breathable fabric wicks away moisture to prevent chilling, and the flexible fit supports movement without constriction.

When selecting a size, choose one that is comfortable without tightness, ensuring no seams press on sore areas. It’s best to wear them as a base layer under roomier gloves in very cold conditions, and change them if they become damp.

With regular use, you may notice fewer Raynaud’s episodes, less stinging during rewarming, and improved comfort during daily activities. We believe these gloves can be a helpful part of your hand care routine. If you’re not satisfied, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Lupus (Hands and Wrists)
Lupus is a systemic autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system can cause inflammation in joints and tendon sheaths. In the hands and wrists, this often means experiencing warmth, swelling, and stiffness across multiple small joints, particularly during flare-ups. You might notice that tasks like fastening buttons, opening containers, or gripping handles feel more challenging and uncomfortable when inflammation is active.

This inflammation creates a difficult pattern. Sore joints become sensitive to pressure, making even light contact with hard surfaces feel sharp. To protect these areas, you might unconsciously hold your hands in stiff, guarded positions, but this limitation can increase stiffness and reduce blood flow. Cold weather and Raynaud’s phenomenon significantly influence this cycle. The cold intensifies joint stiffness and reduces circulation, while the pain from lupus encourages tense, restricted hand postures that can trigger more severe Raynaud’s episodes, where fingers lose feeling and change colour.

Our gloves are designed to provide gentle, comprehensive support during these sensitive times. The soft fabric cushions small joints and tender tendon areas, spreading pressure so that contact with edges and handles feels less abrupt. Consistent, mild warmth helps ease morning stiffness and supports better circulation without causing overheating. The silicone palm grips improve your hold on objects, allowing you to maintain control with a lighter, more relaxed grip that places less strain on inflamed tissues.

Choose a size that accommodates any swelling while providing gentle, even support. The glove should feel secure without constricting, particularly around joints that may be puffy during flares.

On days when symptoms are active, you may find these gloves help make everyday hand use more manageable with less discomfort. We believe they can be a supportive part of your overall management approach. If you don’t experience meaningful comfort and improved ease during daily activities, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Chilblains
Chilblains are painful, inflamed areas that develop when small blood vessels in the skin react abnormally to cold. They typically appear as red or purple patches on fingers, often accompanied by itching, swelling, and tenderness. These sensitive spots can make everyday activities like handling small objects or pressing on firm surfaces feel sharply uncomfortable, particularly during colder months.

The condition involves a cycle where cold exposure causes blood vessels to constrict, then rapidly expand upon warming, leading to fluid leakage and inflammation in the surrounding tissues. This makes the skin highly sensitive to pressure and temperature changes. If you also experience Raynaud’s phenomenon, the cycle intensifies – the reduced circulation during Raynaud’s episodes makes chilblains more likely to develop, while the discomfort of chilblains encourages protective gripping that further reduces blood flow.

Our gloves help break this cycle by maintaining consistent warmth and protecting sensitive skin. The gentle insulating layer helps prevent the rapid temperature changes that trigger chilblains, while the soft interior fabric cushions tender areas against pressure from handles and edges. Silicone palm grips provide secure handling with less forceful gripping, and breathable, moisture-wicking fabric keeps skin dry to prevent additional chilling from dampness.

For optimal comfort, select a size that fits closely without constriction, and ensure no seams press directly on affected areas. The gloves work well as a base layer under roomier outer gloves in very cold conditions, and should be changed if they become damp from moisture.

With regular use, you may notice fewer chilblain episodes, reduced discomfort during handling tasks, and improved comfort in cool environments. We’re confident these gloves can help support your hand health during colder weather. If you don’t experience meaningful improvement in your symptoms, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS)
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome develops after prolonged use of vibrating tools, affecting both blood vessels and nerves in the hands. You might experience episodes where fingers turn white and numb in the cold (a vascular response), along with persistent tingling or reduced sensation (a nerve response). These changes can make your grip feel unsteady, often leading to over-gripping objects to maintain control during everyday tasks.

The condition creates a self-perpetuating cycle. As vibration-damaged nerves provide less reliable feedback, you naturally grip harder to feel secure – but this firmer grip increases fatigue and can make tingling sensations worse. When cold weather or Raynaud’s phenomenon enters the picture, the cycle intensifies. Cold readily triggers blood vessel spasms in already compromised fingers, while the reduced sensation pushes you to grip even more firmly, further stressing damaged nerves and vessels.

Our gloves address this cycle through multiple approaches. The consistent warmth helps maintain better blood flow, reducing the frequency and severity of cold-triggered white finger episodes. The silicone palm grips provide crucial traction, allowing you to hold tools and objects securely without excessive force. This lighter grip reduces strain on vibration-affected nerves. The soft fabric distributes pressure evenly across your palms, while the breathable material helps manage moisture that can increase cold sensitivity.

Choose a size that fits closely without any constriction, particularly at the wrist and fingertips. The gloves should feel like a supportive second skin rather than compression wear, allowing full movement while providing gentle warmth and improved grip security.

With regular use, you may notice better maintained sensation in cool conditions, reduced need to over-grip objects, and fewer episodes of white, numb fingers. We’re confident these gloves can support your hand comfort and function. If you don’t experience meaningful improvement in your symptoms and hand control, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Peripheral Neuropathy (Hands)
Peripheral neuropathy involves damage to the nerves that carry sensation between your hands and brain. This can create a confusing mix of symptoms – some areas might feel numb or less responsive, while others experience heightened sensitivity with tingling, burning, or sharp pain from light touch. This altered sensation makes it difficult to judge how firmly you’re holding objects, often leading to gripping too hard without realizing it.

The nerve damage creates a challenging situation for everyday hand use. With reduced feeling, you might not notice when you’re applying excessive pressure, potentially leading to skin irritation or fatigue from over-gripping. Conversely, hypersensitive areas can make ordinary contact with surfaces feel unexpectedly painful. When cold weather or Raynaud’s phenomenon is present, the situation becomes more complex. Cold further reduces already compromised sensation while also triggering painful vascular responses, creating a perfect storm for both unnoticed pressure injuries and heightened discomfort.

Our gloves provide a protective layer that helps manage these conflicting sensations. The soft, seamless interior creates a consistent sensory experience across your hands, making it easier to gauge pressure without sharp surprises. The silicone palm grips enhance security with minimal effort, reducing the tendency to over-grip. Gentle warmth helps maintain circulation, which can soothe neuropathic discomfort, while moisture-wicking fabric keeps skin dry to prevent irritation.

Fit is particularly important – choose a size that provides light, even contact without tightness. The gloves should feel like a gentle reminder of your hand’s position rather than compression. We recommend starting with shorter wearing periods to ensure comfort, particularly if you have areas of heightened sensitivity.

With use, you may find handling objects requires less conscious effort, with reduced instances of both unnoticed pressure and unexpected discomfort. We believe these gloves can support your hand comfort and protection. If you don’t experience meaningful improvement in your daily hand use, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Fibromyalgia (Hands)
Fibromyalgia involves a heightened sensitivity of the nervous system, where the brain processes normal sensations as painful. In the hands, this can mean that everyday contact with objects feels unexpectedly sharp or uncomfortable. You might experience stiffness after inactivity, quick muscle fatigue during simple tasks, and a general sense that your hands ache more than the activity warrants.

This heightened sensitivity creates a challenging pattern. When light touches feel painful, you might naturally tense your muscles or alter your grip to minimize discomfort. However, this protective guarding often increases overall muscle tension and fatigue, which can then amplify pain signals – creating a cycle where protection leads to more sensitivity. Cold environments and Raynaud’s phenomenon significantly influence this cycle. Cold can intensify stiffness and make light touches feel even sharper, while the pain from fibromyalgia encourages tense postures that reduce blood flow and may trigger more pronounced Raynaud’s episodes.

Our gloves are designed to help moderate these heightened sensory experiences. The soft, consistent contact of the fabric provides gentle, even pressure that can help calm overactive nerve responses. The mild warmth helps reduce muscle stiffness without overheating, while the silicone palm grips allow you to handle objects with less force and less direct skin contact. The lightweight, flexible material moves naturally with your hands, avoiding any restrictive feeling that might increase tension.

Choose a fit that feels like a gentle hug rather than compression, with particular attention to keeping seams away from your most sensitive areas. The gloves should provide reassurance without adding sensory burden.

With use, you may find that everyday handling feels more manageable, with less sharpness from light contact and reduced muscle tension during activities. We believe these gloves can provide supportive comfort as part of your overall management approach. If you don’t experience meaningful improvement in your daily hand comfort, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) — Hands
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome is a chronic pain condition that typically develops after an injury or period of immobilization, where the nervous system becomes stuck in a heightened state of alert. In the hand, this can cause intense pain that seems disproportionate to touch or movement, along with changes in skin temperature, colour, and swelling. Even light contact or gentle motion can feel unbearably sharp, making everyday hand use profoundly challenging.

CRPS creates a particularly difficult cycle where pain leads to protective avoidance of movement, which then increases stiffness and reinforces the pain signals. This fear-avoidance pattern can significantly limit hand function over time. Cold sensitivity and Raynaud’s phenomenon deeply influence this cycle. The cold intensifies pain and stiffness while triggering vascular changes, and the protective postures from CRPS pain further reduce circulation, potentially worsening both CRPS symptoms and Raynaud’s episodes.

Our gloves are designed to provide very gentle, predictable contact that can help support gradual reintroduction of movement. The softest seams and smooth interior fabric minimize unpredictable sensory input that might trigger pain flares. The consistent, mild warmth helps moderate temperature fluctuations without causing overheating. Most importantly, the gloves provide a protective barrier that allows for controlled, light contact with objects while supporting a more neutral hand position.

Begin with very short wearing periods during restful activities, only gradually increasing time as comfort allows. Choose the gentlest possible fit that doesn’t register as pressure, paying particular attention to keeping seams completely away from your most sensitive areas.

With careful, gradual use, you may find these gloves help make light functional activities more accessible while providing comforting containment. We understand CRPS requires comprehensive management and believe these gloves can provide supportive comfort as one part of your approach. If they don’t provide meaningful comfort within your tolerance levels, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Hypermobility (hands and wrists — EDS/HSD)
Hypermobility means your joints have a wider-than-usual range of motion because the supporting ligaments and connective tissues are more flexible. In your hands and wrists, this can make certain positions feel less stable, leading to aching after carrying items, a sense of clumsiness with fine tasks, and discomfort when bearing weight through your hands. You might notice your wrist bending back too far or your thumb folding across your palm during grip, which feels unstable and can lead to fatigue.

This instability creates a unique challenge for daily function. Because your joints lack the inherent stability provided by tighter ligaments, your muscles and sensory feedback must work harder to maintain control. This often leads to over-gripping and holding items in awkward, end-range positions that strain the supporting muscles. Cold weather and Raynaud’s phenomenon significantly complicate this picture. The reduced sensation from cold makes it harder to sense your joint positions, encouraging even more forceful gripping and problematic postures that can trigger both joint pain and vascular episodes.

Our gloves are designed to provide the gentle sensory feedback and support that can help you find a more stable middle ground. The light, consistent contact around your fingers and wrist acts like a subtle reminder of your hand’s position, making it easier to notice when a joint is drifting into an unstable angle. The silicone palm grips reduce the need for forceful clutching, while the flexible material allows full movement without pushing your joints to their end range. The gentle warmth helps maintain circulation and muscle readiness, which is particularly valuable when cold weather reduces your natural proprioceptive awareness.

Choose a fit that feels like a second skin—close and supportive without any tightness or restriction. Pay special attention to the cuff placement, ensuring it lies smoothly across your wrist without nudging it into a bent-back position.

With use, you may find everyday tasks require less conscious effort to maintain stability, with reduced aching after activity and improved confidence in your grip. We’re confident these gloves can support more comfortable hand use. If you don’t experience meaningful improvement in your comfort and control, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Oedema (hand and finger swelling)
Oedema involves fluid accumulation in the soft tissues of your hands and fingers, which can occur after injury, with certain health conditions, or during inflammatory flares. This swelling makes your hands feel full and tight, reduces your range of motion, and often makes light touch feel less distinct. Everyday tasks like gripping handles or pressing on surfaces can feel clumsy and more uncomfortable because swollen tissues are particularly sensitive to pressure.

The swelling creates specific functional challenges. Extra fluid increases pressure within your hand, stretching the skin and underlying tissues. This makes bending your fingers more difficult and concentrates pressure on smaller areas, so that contact with edges and handles feels disproportionately strong. When cold weather or Raynaud’s phenomenon is present, the situation becomes more complex. Cold slows fluid movement and increases stiffness, while the reduced sensation often leads to firmer gripping that presses swollen areas more forcefully.

Our gloves are designed to provide protection and comfort without compression. The soft, seamless interior spreads pressure across a wider area, so that contact with hard surfaces feels gentler on swollen tissues. The flexible material accommodates changes in swelling throughout the day while supporting natural movement patterns. If your clinician agrees, the gentle warmth may help reduce stiffness, while the moisture-wicking fabric keeps skin dry and comfortable. Importantly, these gloves provide protection without compression—they’re designed to be comfortable during periods of swelling without applying constrictive pressure.

Choose your size based on when your hand is most swollen, ensuring there’s never any tightness. Position the cuff away from the fullest part of your forearm, and adjust the gloves regularly as swelling changes.

With use, you may find that handling objects feels more comfortable, with less sharp pressure from edges and improved ease of movement as swelling fluctuates. We believe these gloves can support your hand comfort during periods of swelling. If you don’t experience meaningful improvement in your daily comfort, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis involves inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of your wrist, where they pass through a narrow sheath. This condition often causes pain and swelling at the base of your thumb, especially during movements like grasping, pinching, or twisting your wrist. You might feel a sharp ache when turning keys, wringing cloths, or lifting items, and notice stiffness that makes thumb movements feel restricted.

The inflammation creates a cycle where pain leads to compensatory gripping. To avoid stressing the tender tendons, you might alter your grip or use more force from other parts of your hand, but this can strain adjacent muscles and perpetuate inflammation. Cold environments and Raynaud’s phenomenon significantly influence this cycle. Cold increases tendon stiffness and reduces blood flow, making movements more painful, while the discomfort from De Quervain’s encourages guarded postures that further limit circulation and can exacerbate Raynaud’s symptoms.

Our gloves are designed to ease this strain by providing targeted support and protection. The gentle warmth helps maintain flexibility in the tendon sheaths, reducing morning stiffness and discomfort. The silicone palm grips allow you to handle objects with less thumb involvement, promoting a more neutral wrist position. The soft, stretchable material moves with your hand, offering light compression to minimize swelling without restricting thumb mobility.

For optimal comfort, select a size that fits closely around the wrist and thumb base without pressing on the inflamed area. Ensure the glove allows your thumb to move freely without pulling or tightness across the tendon sheath.

With use, you may find that pinching and grasping tasks become less painful, with improved ease during daily activities. We believe these gloves can help support your recovery and comfort. If you don’t experience a noticeable reduction in pain and improved function, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

For Ganglion Cyst
A Ganglion Cyst is a noncancerous lump that often forms on or near joints and tendons in the hand or wrist, filled with a jelly-like fluid. While many cysts are painless, they can cause discomfort, aching, or a sense of pressure—particularly during movement or when pressing against hard surfaces. You might notice the lump interfering with grip strength or making certain hand positions feel awkward, especially if the cyst is located in a area that contacts objects frequently.

The cyst’s presence can lead to adaptive behaviors. To avoid pressure on the lump, you might unconsciously change your grip or use your hand in ways that strain other areas, potentially leading to secondary discomfort or fatigue. Cold weather and Raynaud’s phenomenon can complicate this. Cold may increase stiffness around the cyst, making movements feel more restrictive, while the pain or sensitivity from the cyst encourages protective postures that reduce blood flow and could trigger Raynaud’s symptoms in susceptible individuals.

Our gloves are designed to provide cushioning and protection for these sensitive areas. The soft, seamless interior helps distribute pressure evenly, reducing direct contact on the cyst and minimizing discomfort during handling tasks. The silicone palm grips enhance your hold on objects, allowing for a lighter grip that places less stress on the affected joint or tendon. Gentle warmth from the gloves can help maintain flexibility and circulation, while the flexible material accommodates the cyst without adding pressure.

Choose a size that fits comfortably without compressing the cyst, ensuring the glove lies smoothly over the lump without tightness. Pay attention to cuff placement to avoid irritation, and adjust as needed for comfort.

With regular use, you may find that everyday activities feel more comfortable, with reduced aching and improved ease in handling objects. We believe these gloves can be a supportive part of your hand care routine. If you don’t experience meaningful relief from discomfort, we offer a full refund within 30 days.

Your Solution to Warmer Hands

Dealing with Raynaud’s is a journey, but you don’t have to face the cold unprepared. NuovaHealth gloves offer a thoughtfully designed way to manage temperature swings and reduce episode triggers, addressing the root causes where standard gloves fall short. We stand behind this with our 30-day comfort promise—try them and feel the benefit of steadier warmth and improved dexterity for yourself, or receive a full refund. It’s a risk-free step toward taking control of your comfort.

Important disclaimer and safety information:

This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a doctor or healthcare provider if you experience serious problems with your hands or fingers, such as severe pain, persistent numbness, colour changes that don’t improve, or symptoms that interfere with daily life. Other serious health conditions, like autoimmune diseases, vascular disorders, or nerve issues, may be at play and require proper diagnosis. Do not use these gloves if you have open wounds, skin infections, marked swelling, severe circulatory issues, or after recent hand surgery without medical clearance. Stop use immediately if you notice new or worsening symptoms like increased pain, numbness, tingling, or skin irritation. The gloves are not a medical treatment and should not replace professional care. Individual results may vary, and we recommend discussing any new health product with your clinician to ensure it’s suitable for your needs. If in doubt, prioritise safety and seek expert guidance.

 

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