Arm Sling
Sling · Pouch Arm Sling · Shoulder Sling
A fabric pouch that holds the forearm and elbow, with an adjustable strap that goes around the neck or over the opposite shoulder and closes with a buckle.
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What it does and the lengths it comes in.
What it’s for
Supports the arm against the body and limits shoulder and arm movement after surgery. It is put on at the end of the case, for example after a pedicled latissimus dorsi flap (to protect the flap side) or after shoulder surgery, where a sling or a shoulder immobilizer is used.
Lengths and variants
Sizes from pediatric or youth to adult and large; pouch style or universal slings with a padded strap. A shoulder immobilizer adds a strap around the body.
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- Vincent A, Stepp W, Hohman MH. Latissimus Dorsi Flap. StatPearls, NCBI Bookshelf (NBK564377)
- Rothrock JC. Alexander's Care of the Patient in Surgery. 17th ed. Chapter 20 (Orthopedic Surgery), p. 734-736
- coreproducts.com
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