To make yourself or buy "off the shelf"?

What is the best option?

To make a splint yourself from thermoplastic or neoprene??

or to buy an off the shelf splint??

This is a question often asked by therapists. Some therapists feel strongly that a custom made splint option is always preferable, although others feel that the off the shelf splints have a useful place for some. The decision is always based on a variety of factors.

We have some options for consideration.