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Wear the splint over night and the sling during the day, for 6 weeks.

Putting on the night extension splint


 

 

Sit or lie on your bed and place a pillow(s) under your arm so it is rested in the sling position.


 

 

Remove your sling, keeping your operated arm supported on the pillow(s).


 

Place the night extension splint next to your operated arm and lift your arm into the splint, using your other hand.


Place the top of the splint into place and do up the velcro straps.
  
Your night extension splint is now ready to support your arm and elbow for the night.


Taking off the night extension splint

 

 

Place a pillow (s) underneath your arm to support it.


 

Undo the velcro straps and remove the top of the splint.

Position the sling close to your arm and lift your operated arm into the sling, using your other hand.


 

 

Keep your operated arm supported on the pillows while positioning the sling correctly.


 

 

Reattach the velcro securely on the sling so your arm is supported. Your arm and elbow is ready for the day.


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