Donning / Wearing Instructions

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	INITIAL ADJUSTMENT To insure proper fit, initial fitting is done by PT or OT. Once sling has been donned, check the following: Cross centered over spine and low between scapula. Hand grip accommodates contour of hand. Wrist cross is centered over wrist (adjust using Velcro in hand grip). Wrist is in approximately 30 degrees of extension. Elbow is in 30 degrees or less of flexion. Elbow strap is 1'' distal to olecronon process. Shoulder subluxation reduced (adjust buckles) Shoulder in neutral rotation (adjust posterior buckle)
	PRECAUTIONS  (areas to check) Thumb web space for skin breakdown Dorsal hand swelling
	CARE Wash in cold water and hang dry.

DONNING SLING NOTE: Once fitted by therapist and webbing at cross buckle (4-tab) is secured, no adjustment is needed.

Step #1 Place uninvolved arm through the shoulder loop and pull sling behind neck. NOTES: Sling can be worn on either left or right arm. Cross buckle (4-tab) can be secured once properly fitted (see modifications page)

Step #2 Drape the sling over the involved shoulder with the superior strap anterior to the shoulder and the inferior strap posterior to the shoulder.

Step #3 Place grip in hand and pull elbow strap into place.  Note: When doffing sling, remove sling from elbow first.

With training many clients are able to don and doff the sling independently.

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