DonJoy Ultrasling Pro Shoulder Immobilizer

If you are recovering from surgery or an injury, your want your shoulder sling to be comfortable and keep you out of pain. The fact is most shoulder slings dig into your clavicle (collar bone) with straps which ends up causing irritation and pain on your good shoulder.  The DonJoy UltraSling Pro fixed this obvious design flaw with the "shoulder ring" design (see red dot number 1 and 2 in the below picture). This helps aid in your recovery, increase the chances you will use your sling appropriately and help with your rehab of your injuries shoulder   How to Use the DonJoy Ultrasling Pro Features of Donjoy UltraSling Pro Shoulder Sling Revolutionary “shoulder ring” design helps optimize compliance: Low profile, and adjustable ring easily slides over the non-injured shoulder, helping to evenly distribute weight and take pressure off neck Easy one-handed application: Telescoping, adjustable strap system and quick release buckles are easily adjusted with one hand Reduction of stocking units: Universal sized sling adjusts to accommodate most size patients and fits right or left arm Comfortable ventilation: New soft, breathable air mesh sling helps promote proper airflow Post-op step down option: The waist belt straps easily adhere directly to the sling when pillow is removed   Material Contents: Nylon Polypropylene Polyurethane Foam Cotton Laminate Foam/Tricot Polyacetal Polyester Acetal When to use Arm Shoulder Sling? Postoperative rotator cuff repairs Postoperative Bankart procedures Capsular shifts Glenohumeral dislocation/subluxation Soft tissue strains/repairs How to apply UltraSling PRO Padded Slings? Apply Arm Sling with Abduction Pillow Remove forearm and thumb straps from arm envelope and set aside. Disengage shoulder strap quick release buckles.  Position cushion at waist / hip level. Place forearm into arm envelope as far back as possible. Secure forearm strap and thumb strap. Elbow should be at 90°. Apply Waist Strap Disengage the waist strap quick release buckle on front of cushion and wrap strap around back of patient. Secure with quick release buckle. Adjust/Trim waist belt for proper fit. Apply Shoulder Ring The Shoulder Ring may be applied with or without the shoulder straps and Swivel Tabs attached. Proper position of Swivel Strap Tabs will require adjustment as noted in Step 4. Lengthen both shoulder straps to longest length for first time fitting. Open the Shoulder Ring and wrap under arm, then over top of shoulder and secure ring with hook and loop closure. Adjust the shoulder ring circumference for secure fit. NOTE: The hook and loop closure of shoulder ring should be facing up and away from patient with widest ends over top of shoulder. Secure shoulder strap Quick Release Buckles at front of sling. Position of Swivel D-Ring Strap Tabs Adjust the front and back Swivel Strap Tabs so they are approximately 1”- 2” from top of shoulder. Placement of the Swivel D-Ring Strap Tabs on the shoulder ring helps to maintain straps and arm in proper position. How to clean and store UltraSling PRO? Hand wash in water (86°F/30°C), using mild soap. Air dry. Note: If not rinsed thoroughly, residual soap may cause irritation and deteriorate material. Do not iron. Do not tumble dry. Do not bleach. Warnings: If you experience pain, swelling, sensation changes, or unusual reactions while using this product, consult your medical professional immediately. APPLICATION: To ensure proper fit, if possible, product should be sized on patient pre-operatively. Proper Orientation & Sizing ORIENTATION: The UltraSling® Pro is shipped in a RIGHT configuration. For LEFT shoulder, remove the arm sling from the cushion. Flip cushion over so contoured end of pillow is positioned to back of elbow. Center and reattach the arm sling on the cushion. SIZING FOR SMALLER PATIENTS: The sling envelope is Universal but may be sized down for smaller patients. The Sling length should extend to metacarpal ‘knuckles’ to support arm, wrist and hand. To size down for smaller patients remove the forearm (ii) and thumb (iv) straps from arm sling envelope and set aside. Disengage shoulder strap quick release buckles (iii) (Fig. A) Fold the envelope back into itself allowing the hook squares inside sling to engage on material along inside top edge. (Fig. B) Step 1. Apply Arm Sling with Abduction Pillow Remove forearm (ii) and thumb (iv) straps from arm envelope and set aside. Disengage shoulder strap quick release buckles. (iii) (Fig. A) Position cushion at waist / hip level. Place forearm into arm envelope as far back as possible. Secure forearm strap (ii) and thumb strap (iv). Elbow should be at 90°. (Fig. C) Step 2. Apply Waist Strap Disengage the waist strap quick release buckle on front of cushion and wrap strap around back of patient. Secure with quick release buckle (i). (Fig. D). Adjust/Trim waist belt for proper fit. Step 3. Apply Shoulder Ring The Shoulder Ring may be applied with or without the shoulder straps and Swivel Tabs attached. Proper position of Swivel Strap Tabs will require adjustment as noted in Step 4. Lengthen both shoulder straps to longest length for first time fitting. Open the Shoulder Ring and wrap under arm, then over top of shoulder and secure ring with hook and loop closure (Fig. E). Adjust the shoulder ring circumference for secure fit. NOTE: The hook and loop closure of shoulder ring should be facing up and away from patient with widest ends over top of shoulder. Secure shoulder strap Quick Release Buckles at front of sling. Step 4. Position of Swivel D-Ring Strap Tabs Adjust the front and back Swivel Strap Tabs so they are approximately 1”- 2” from top of shoulder. (Fig. F1 (front)- F2 (back) Placement of the Swivel D-Ring Strap Tabs on the shoulder ring helps to maintain straps and arm in proper position. BRACE REMOVAL: Detach quick release buckles, remove forearm strap, thumb strap and waist belt. Slowly remove brace.   EXTRA LENGTH SHOULDER STRAP • Accessory strap available (Part #: 25-0447). Strap is 28” in length for improved fit on patients with longer torso or higher BMI. WAIST BELT: The UltraSling® Pro fits waist sizes 25”– 63” (63.5cm–160cm). Adjust waist belt and trim as necessary for proper fit. OPTIONAL CUSHION: The UltraSling® Pro may be worn without the cushion as needed. Remove Arm Sling from Cushion. Remove the Waist Strap from Cushion and adhere the Y-Strap to back and front of arm sling. The quick release buckle on waist strap should be at the front of arm sling for ease of removal. INTENDED USER PROFILE: The user should be able to: Read and understand the directions, warnings and cautions. INTENDED USE/INDICATIONS: Post-operative rotator cuff repairs, Bankart procedures, Capsular shifts, Glenohumeral dislocation/subluxation, Soft tissue strains/repairs. CONTRAINDICATIONS: None. WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS: If you experience any pain, swelling, sensation changes, or any unusual reactions while using this product, consult your medical professional immediately. CLEANING & STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS: Hand wash in water (86°F/30°C), using mild soap. Air dry. NOTE: If not rinsed thoroughly, residual soap may cause irritation and deteriorate material. Do NOT iron. Do NOT tumble dry. Do NOT bleach. MATERIAL CONTENTS: Nylon, Polypropylene, Polyurethane Foam, Cotton, Laminate Foam/Tricot, Polyacetal, Polyester, Acetal. WARRANTY: DJO, LLC will repair or replace all or part of the unit and its accessories for material or workmanship defects for a period of six months from the date of sale. To the extent the terms of this warranty are inconsistent with local regulations, the provisions of such local regulations will apply.