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How long should you keep your arm in a sling after broken upper arm?
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∙ 14y ago
Normally 6 or7 weeks, however, I had a very large tear in mine, that involved both infraspinatus and supraspinatus tendons, which were both completely detached. He extended the "standard" by 3 weeks to reduce the risk of re-tear in my case. (this is because there was no intact tendon portion to help protect the re-attachment.) A re-tear is a major disaster from what I hear, so I'd comply with the doctors plan for sure.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 12y agoWear your sling until your doctor says ok to remove it. Usually about six weeks!
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∙ 15y agoIt depends on how bad the dislocation was if you had to have surgery around 4-6 weeks if not then 1-2 weeks depending on how bad the dislocation was
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∙ 14y agoAs long as the docter/nurse told u too!
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You would for sure on the lower arm to keep the arm raised to minimize swelling and pain. It will have no affect for the upper arm (above the elbow).
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Yes u should because it hepls keep you arm supported and it will heel faster
What is the difference between an arm sling and an elevation sling?
An arm sling usually just support the arm in a neutral posisition , while an elevation sling supports the arm and keep it elevated above the heart leve to reduce swelling and pain. You would also yse them for different things, an arm sling for fractures to the lower arm or wrist and an elevation sling for fractures to the collarbone upper arm or fingers.
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grasp the small of the butt stock with your right hand. place the forefinger toward the rear of the pistol grip. use the left and to hold the sling against the handguard by grasping the weapon just below the sling and touching the upper sling swivel. ensure the magazine faces well away from the body. hold the upper part of youf left arm parallel with the ground and bend your elbow so that your forearm is straight up. keep the right elbow close to your body. possition the heal of the rifle butt slightly to the right of your shirt pocket.
Do you need to wear a sling if you brake your arm?
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A sling is used to keep the injured arm against the chest.
What is used to support a fractured wrist forearm or hand after the fracture is splinted?
A sling is used to keep the injured arm against the chest.
