Shoulder Sling

Other Names

Shoulder Sling

Shoulder Sling

• Sling
• Arm Sling
• Collar and Cuff Sling
• Medical Arm Sling
• Shoulder Support Sling
• Orthopedic Arm Sling
• Shoulder Immobilizer Sling
• Shoulder Arm Sling

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Indications

• Acromioclavicular Joint Separation
• Support arm after upper extremity splints
• Post Operative
• Shoulder Dislocation (sometimes)
• Clavicle Fracture
• Proximal Humerus Fracture
• Rotator cuff injuries
• Acute shoulder sprains and strains
• Patients in upper extremity splints/casts

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Description

• Fabric support that holds the arm against the body
• Reduces movement of the shoulder and arm during healing
• Typically supported by an adjustable strap around the neck
• Often includes a waist strap to limit arm rotation
• Commonly used in emergency care, orthopedics, and post-surgical recovery

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Evidence

• Needs to be updated

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Complications

• Frozen Shoulder

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See Also

• Medical Equipment Main
• Shoulder Pain Main
• Elbow Pain Main

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