Upper limb brace AM-SL-03

FOREARM FRACTURES

The forearm is made up of two bones, the radius and ulna. In most cases of forearm fractures, both bones are broken. Forearm bones can break in many ways. The fracture when bone fragments stick out through the skin is called an open fracture, which is dangerous because of the risk of infection. On the contrary, a closed fracture is the broken bone that does not penetrate the skin. The most common causes of forearm fractures include direct blow, fall on an outstretched arm and motor or car accident. There is impossible to miss this fracture. When it occurs, the limb is swollen, bruised and painful. Also, the upper limb’s mobility is limited.

The treatment of open fracture is surgery. In case of closed fractures the bones are first repositioned into their normal alignment and immobilized. It does not matter which way of treatment is chosen. The effective immobilization is essential. Due to the fact, that forearm is connected with elbow and wrist, the forearm stabilization is possible only by immobilization of the wrist and elbow. In addition, the forearm may be rotated when radius goes around the ulna which does not move. In case of fracture, the rotational motion should be reduced. It is possible with using our professional AM-SL-03 upper limb orthosis which provides wrist immobilization and reduces the forearm rotation. What is more, the brace allows to adjust required position of rotation and ulnar or radial deviation.

Product’s description

Upper limb brace AM-SL-03 is a professional product for perfect stabilization and elbow, wrist and forearm immobilization. It is our unique solution which is much better and safer than traditional cast immobilization. First of all, the brace provides perfect adjustment of joint’s angles what improves healing. Secondly, the forearm fracture is often connected with blood vessels damage. putting the limb into the cast may result in necrosis. Our brace provides perfect monitoring of the skin’s condition and prevents against the dangerous necrosis. Due to this facts, using of our upper limb orthosis AM-SL-03 is the best solution for effective and perfect immobilization.

AM-SL-03 upper extremity brace is equipped with two anatomic shaped arm and forearm plastic elements. They are light weight and fit to the limb perfectly.

Our elbow brace AM-SL-03 is equipped with one aluminum splint with arm and forearm length adjustment. This solution allows to produce this product only in one universal size.

The aluminum splint is equipped with Press-Slide System. The length adjustment is done without any tools and it’s very easy and smooth.

The elbow part has adjuster of forearm rotation. This smooth adjustment allows to place forearm in the required position. The adjuster is above the olecranon and the access and the adjustment are very easy. There is only necessary to turn the dial for placing the forearm pronation, supination or in the neutral position. The adjuster is equipped with comfort termoformated pad which reduces the pressure on the bones and nerves in the elbow area.

Our elbow brace AM-SL-03 has special hinge and you can adjust is with using included Allen key. The hinge allows to place the wrist in palmar and dorsal flexion or in neutral position.

On the palmar suface we introduced one more adjuster which provides ulnar or radial deviation. To screws allow to immobilize the wrist in the required, healing position.

Also, there is comfortable fingers separator which keeps the fingers in the correct position. If it is unnecessary, you can reattach it easily.

On the dorsal side, we attach special hand strap for better hand positioning.

Wrap-around straps provide perfect fitting according to limb’s circumferences. For example, immediately after injury when the limb is swollen, the straps may be loosen. When the limb will be a little recovered, the compression may be higher.

Soft lining is made of innovative, skin-friendly fabric UniPren.

The upper limb brace AM-SL-03 provides full day and night stabilization and immobilization. UniPren is a waterproof fabric, your child may take a shower without removing the brace from the limb.

All of these soft elements are easy to reattach for washing.

Purpose of use

• Epicondyle fracture of the humerus
• Elbow dislocation
• Distal Radial Ulnar Joint (DRUJ) injury
• Forearm injury
• Olecranon fracture
• Monteggia Fracture
• Galeazzi fracture
• Essex-Lopresti fracture
• Tendons and ligaments injuries
• Wrist injuries
• Chronic elbow injuries
• Elbow hyperextension

Size	(A) Arm circumference	(B) The length from the lateral epicondyle of the humerus to the wrist	How to measure
Universal	min 28 – max 35 cm min 11″ – max 13,8″	min 22 – max 31 cm min 8,7″ – max 12,2″

Right and left hand specific.

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MATERIALS

UniPren™

UniPren™ is a universal 3-layer material consisting of an external elastic polyamide cover knit with a self-adhesive function, an internal neoprene foam core and an elastic jersey cover knit. This material is characterized by softness and very high flexibility. A very important advantage of this material is the fact that it is not a knitted product, it does not have thick fibers, so that the weaves of the material do not imprint on the patient's skin and do not cause abrasionsin places of high compression. Products made of UniPren™ are the strongest and most effective stabilizing orthoses available on the market. Self-adhesive function, the raw material makes it much easier to use.

TECHNOLOGICAL SYSTEMS

Press-slide System – Regulation of the length of splint

Press-slide system is the another technological newness in our offer that we would like to introduce to You with a great pleasure. The adjuster of the length of splint Press-slide is the element of orthopaedic braces, designed especially according to the innovative rule – MiniMax (minimum choice, maximum effect). That is why, orthopaedic devices equipped with Press-slide system may be characterized by small dimensions, very low weight and significant ergonomics of usage. What is more, the system was engineered to facilitate the extension or the shortening of the splint to the patient in the most easy and safe way. Press-slide was made of special kind of plastic strengthened by fiberglass and thanks to that solution its durability is much more noticeable than in case of aluminium. Adjustment of splints is very easy – you just need to press the special button and ajustd the splint so that it would be fully comfortable for you. To make that activity easier, on the surface of the lower limb splints we placed the centimeter scale that defines the distance between knee joint and the end of thigh splint and shin splint. Regarding upper limb braces, we placed the scale that simplifies the repeatable splint adjustment.

STIFFENINGS

Upper limb stabilization system

The upper limb stabilization system consists of orthopedic splints with a drop lock regulating the range of motion of the elbow joint and the adjustable hand grip. The splint is equipped with the function of regulating its length. Adjustable forearm and shoulder supports and Velcro straps are attached to the splint, which enable the installation of soft 3D relief pads.

PADDINGS

3D supports

3D relief supports are independent technical solutions to relieve the rigid elements of a given orthosis. These elements are made of supporting foams or EVA foam. These foams are connected with various types of skin-friendly materials and materials with an adhesive function. These pads have the appropriate shape and color adapted to the type of orthosis. They relieve both metal elements of orthoses, such as splints, stays, underwires and orthopedic drop locks, as well as other elements that should not come into direct contact with the patient's skin. These pads have an anatomical shape and are made of comfortable foam with proper hardness and elasticity, guaranteeing the proper therapeutic effect.

• Declaration of Conformity EC
• Manual
• Manual (other languages)
• Setting up

ACCESSORIES / PRODUCTS TO BE USED WITH

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