What type of splint is best for a fracture of the clavicle?
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What type of splint is best for a fracture of the clavicle?
The most common way to treat the fractures in the middle is with immobilization with either a sling or a special bandage called a figure-of-8 splint. Studies have shown that these fractures heal just as quickly and as well with a sling as with the figure-of-8 splint, so we recommend a sling in a majority of cases.
When do you wear a figure of 8 brace?
Use this figure 8 brace for a bruised, cracked, fractured, or dislocated clavicle or after surgery on your collarbone.
How do you splint a fractured clavicle?
Clavicle fractures are most commonly treated with slings or a figure eight splint. A sling supports the arm and positions the shoulder to allow the fracture to heal. A figure eight splint wraps around the front of the shoulders and crosses in the back. It helps to maintain shoulder posture while the bone heals.
How tight should a figure 8 brace be?
The cushioned arm pad should be adjusted so that it fits under the arm and in front of the shoulder. The straps should be tight enough to pull the shoulders back.
What is a figure 8 sling used for?
The Figure-8 Clavicle Splint is a comfortable splint for supporting the clavicle.
What type of sling is used for a fractured clavicle?
A simple arm sling is usually used for comfort immediately after the break and to keep your arm and shoulder in position while the injury heals. Medication. Pain medication, including acetaminophen, can help relieve pain as the fracture heals.
What are the 2 types of splints?
In emergency cases, anything can be used for splinting, yet there are two types of splints:
- Flexible.
- Rigid.
How long should I wear a sling for a broken clavicle?
Your treatment plan You will be given a sling to support your arm; this should be used for 2 to 6 weeks whilst the injury heals. Wear the sling during the day but remove it for exercises and personal hygiene. You can wear it at night time if you find it more comfortable but you don’t have to.
Can I remove splint to sleep?
Do not take your splint or cast off unless instructed to do so by your therapist. There are some basic principles of sleep hygiene that can be useful to try to improve your quality of sleep: Try to avoid screens one hour before bedtime.
What are the 4 different types of splints?
Commonly Used Splints and Casts
| Area of injury | Type of splint |
|---|---|
| Forearm/wrist | Volar/dorsal forearm, single sugar-tong |
| Elbow/forearm | Long arm posterior, double sugar-tong |
| Knee | Posterior knee, off-the-shelf immobilizer |
| Tibia/fibula | Posterior ankle (mid-shaft and distal fractures), bulky Jones |
How do I choose a sling?
What should you know or determine before choosing a sling?
- The weight of the load.
- The centre of gravity of the load.
- The best slinging configuration that provides the proper balance for the load.
- The working load limit of the sling.
- The work rated load of the attachments and components of the sling.
