Donning / Wearing Instructions

Follow the directions below or click here for demonstration video choices.
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	PROPER FIT To insure proper fit, initial fitting is done by PT or OT. Once sling has been donned, check the following in standing: 4-Tab centered over spine and low between scapulae Hand piece accommodates contour of hand Wrist cross is centered over wrist (adjust using Velcro in hand grip) Wrist is 0-30 degrees in extension Elbow is in 30 degrees or less of flexion Elbow strap is positioned 1" below elbow and horizontal 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. NOTES: Sling can be worn on either left or right arm. Cross buckle (4-tab) should be secured once properly fitted.

Step #2 Lay sling across back and drape anterior strap over involved shoulder.

Step #3 Center 4-Tab (back cross) buckle over the spine and low between scapulae.

Step #4 Place hand piece in hand and allow arm to hang by side. Step #5 Locate elbow strap horizontally 1” below elbow. Note: When doffing sling, remove sling from elbow first.

Step #6 Adjust both straps at buckles to reduce subluxation.

Step #7 Slide Axillary Pad to a comfortable position

Step #8 Reposition 4-Tab over spine and low between scapulae.

Step #9 Lock 4-tab (click here for instructions).

Step #10 Adjust posterior strap to bring shoulder into neutral rotation.

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

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