Turn the sleeve inside out and have the straps pointing down- Pull the sleeve onto the arm and up to the elbow. The straps should be positioned in the centre of the front and back of the arm
- The sleeve can now be rolled over itself so that the gel is now next to the skin and the straps are in the upward position
- The Sleeve should now be around the elbow and upper arm.
The harness should be positioned on the shoulder and tightened around the chest with the strap. This needs to be tight to prevent migration of the harness- The harness needs to be positioned so that it is equally balanced front to back.
- The subluxation must be neutralised by elevating the arm against the shoulder. Once this position is achieved the strapping should be tightened enough to maintain this position
- Check the subluxation correction achieved and tighten the strapping further as required.
Once you have received the prescribed orthosis and we have reviewed your progress we will likely place you on “Supported Discharge”. In brief, this is when we will continue to refurbish your orthosis but you will not be provided with a new one. Information regarding provision of further orthotic devices will be available on your discharge letter.
Orthotist:
Orthotics Department
Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital
Stanmore
Middlesex
HA7 4LP
Tel: 0208 909 5418
Page last updated: 18 February 2025