Splint devices are the current benchmark treatment option for a range of musculoskeletal conditions of the upper limbs, treating both immediate and longer-term conditions. Such devices are projected to become of greater importance with the rapidly growing general and aging populations. The manufacturing of splints has typically been a qualitative process, performed by occupational therapists and requiring several laborious manufacturing phases. Devices often fail to provide an adequate fit, lack ergonomic features for daily use, and ultimately do not meet the expectations of patients. Consequently, non-conformity of use has become a major issue for occupational therapists impacting recovery and resulting in longstanding deficits to patients. Equally, non-conformity puts unnecessary strains on healthcare providers time and resources. In response to this, researchers at Loughborough University's School of Design and Creative Arts have demonstrated that these limitations could be overcome using the disruptive capacity of additive manufacturing. However, much work remains to be conducted to develop initial findings towards actual clinical practise.