Bandage for fixing the shoulder joint. How to choose a shoulder orthosis. By whom and in what cases is it prescribed

Orthopedic bandage on shoulder joint has a wide scope of application. It is prescribed for injuries and after operations to load muscle and bone tissue, as well as to prevent damage and reduce pain in chronic diseases. We invite you to learn more about why a shoulder orthosis is needed, what types of it are used in a given situation, how to choose and wear such an accessory correctly?

Why do you need a shoulder brace?

A modern shoulder joint orthosis allows you to fix an injured or recovering area after surgery, improve muscle tone and blood supply, relieve stress and reduce pain. In a motionless joint, all processes proceed faster and more successfully, which means that the patient is able to cope with the disease faster.

On a note! The degree of fixation of the problem joint can be different: from complete immobilization to light compression. In the first case, I work with semi-rigid abduction models, in the second - elastic ones, without metal splints and hinges.

Types of shoulder braces

All shoulder orthoses can be divided into several large groups, each of which performs its own functions and is prescribed in certain situations.

Fixing bandage

An immobilizing semi-rigid orthosis for the shoulder and forearm reliably secures the problem joint after injury (fracture, dislocation, etc.) or surgery. In such a bandage, the patient cannot move his shoulder or move his arm to the side.

A fixing orthosis-kerchief made of elastic fabrics is sometimes supplemented with rigid structures - splints, hinges, which help set the desired angle of the arm and shoulder joint.

On a note! In addition, an abduction shoulder orthosis is produced, which has a special pillow. It is placed between the body and the arm, maintaining a given angle of the shoulder joint.

Support bandage

A restrictive bandage is prescribed in cases where heavy loads are placed on the shoulder, and also if you have:

frequent dislocations of the joint, including when it is used during training;
muscle pain and damage in the shoulder girdle;
abduction fractures of the neck humerus;
inflammation of joints and nerve endings (arthritis, plexitis);
chronic inflammation of the joint (arthritis, periarthritis, arthrosis).

How to wear a bandage correctly

The mode of wearing a shoulder brace must be determined by a doctor. Elastic bandages for prevention are worn during sports training or during heavy physical exertion. True, it is not always possible to load the shoulder; for example, with regular dislocations, making sudden movements and lifting heavy objects is prohibited. Elastic bandages are not recommended to be worn constantly and, naturally, you should not go to bed in them.

If you are recovering from a fracture or sprain, then it is likely that your doctor will prescribe you a Deso bandage or bandage. You will have to wear such a bandage until complete recovery, or more precisely, until the doctor allows you to remove the orthosis. Usually it takes 1.5-2 months.

If the shoulder joint needs to be at a certain angle, you will be prescribed an abduction brace. This model should be worn only under the supervision of an orthopedist so that he can set the required angle (the usual range is from 5 to 60 degrees). You will also have to walk in such a bandage until the problem is completely eliminated.

A shoulder bandage in combination with medication will alleviate the condition during exacerbation of chronic diseases, and together with gymnastics will speed up the rehabilitation process after injury or surgery. On my own the orthosis is an effective preventive mechanism, which helps to avoid problems with the shoulder joint and reduce the risk of developing various diseases.

In traumatology, problems of the shoulder joint occur much more often than in any other joints. Therefore, the shoulder joint occupies a special place, since it correct application allows you to preserve the functions of the upper extremities not only after injuries and serious joint diseases, but also to prevent possible damage to the joint in athletes and people of specific professions.

Fixing bandages are one of the most ancient inventions of medicine. They have evolved from Hippocratic linen bandages to modern designs that perform several therapeutic functions and allow one to avoid surgery in the vast majority of cases.

The main difference between the shoulder joint is its high mobility. Unfortunately, this also makes the joint most vulnerable to any damage. Also, the tissues of this joint are more susceptible than others to diseases such as arthrosis or bursitis.

To ensure restoration of joint function, it is extremely important to comply with the following conditions:

exclude the possibility of any movement in the damaged joint;
reduce physical stress on the muscles of the upper limbs to a minimum;
ensure sufficient blood flow to the affected joint tissues.

Bandaging a damaged joint with an elastic bandage is quite difficult task, requiring special skills and experience. Only medical professionals know how to properly fix the shoulder joint with elastic bandage. The optimal solution to the problem of fixing the shoulder joint is orthoses.

These are high-tech orthopedic products, extremely easy to use, and meet all necessary requirements. Today, many different models have been developed, differing in their purpose and characteristics, but they all perform three main functions:

compression;
stabilization;
immobilization.

However, you cannot buy the first retainer you come across, put it on yourself and wait for a positive result. Not only the speed of rehabilitation, but also the correct fusion depends on the correct selection of the device. bone structures. This is extremely important for restoring the functions of the shoulder girdle.

Types of orthoses

Orthoses differ in many respects, for example, in the degree of rigidity, design features, and functional purpose. In each specific case, it is recommended to select a specific type.

Fixation orthosis

Semi-rigid bandage is designed to fix the shoulder and forearm. Prescribed during the recovery period after a fracture, dislocation or surgical intervention. Such a clamp reliably blocks the joint, eliminating any movement in upper limb. The product is made of durable elastic fabric. If necessary, the kit includes hinges, splints, and an abduction pillow.

These additional devices allow not only to fix the joint in a certain position, but also to hold the hand in a given static position without causing discomfort to the patient. Semi-rigid models are recommended by experts in the vast majority of cases, as they have the most wide range opportunities.

Supportive bandage

This group of products is presented in the form of covers of various configurations, designed to fix the arm bent at the elbow joint. used to relieve stress from the muscles of the arm and hold it in a certain position.

A support caliper is required during rehabilitation period after surgery or injury. It reduces pain syndrome and inflammatory phenomena in the area of damaged articular tissues. Soft fixation of the shoulder and forearm using a gusset bandage is effective for accelerating rehabilitation after removal of a plaster splint.

Restrictive orthosis

This type is most often used for athletes. Its main functional characteristics Maintain muscle tone and protect against sports injuries. This type of fixation is necessary to limit the movement of the hand.

In fact, the model is a half-vest with one short sleeve and a fastening belt. This support is recommended for use during a treatment course for arthrosis or arthritis, as well as during the rehabilitation period after dislocations and sprains. The only drawback This group of fixators is that it is difficult for the patient to put them on correctly without allowing unwanted displacement of the articular surfaces. This problem can be easily solved if such manipulation is carried out by a specialist.

N.B! In case of damage varying degrees severity requires varying degrees of fixation. Sometimes complete immobilization of the hand is necessary, in other cases light compression is sufficient. Therefore it is important for successful treatment strictly adhere to the recommendations of the treating orthopedist.

In some cases, in the postoperative period, it may be necessary to wear several various fasteners. In case of rupture or severe sprain of ligaments that threaten the development of instability of the shoulder joint, arthroscopy is performed using anchors. Their price varies depending on the type of material from which these devices are made.

Anchor fixators are grafts, wedge-shaped devices (anchors) with a forked nose. They are used to stitch torn ligaments.

Operation in progress endoscopic method, no cuts. In the first weeks after the intervention, the patient must wear a fixing semi-rigid bandage with an abduction splint, and then switch to a supporting scarf.

Rules for selecting an orthosis

The use of orthopedic structures can significantly shorten the recovery period and also eliminate many unpleasant symptoms, accompanying acute diseases, injuries and degenerative-dystrophic changes in articular structures. However, this is only possible with the correct and competent selection of orthopedic devices.

The selection guidelines are quite simple.

Material parameters

The synthetic fabrics from which the orthosis is made can have a negative impact on patients prone to allergies. In cases of severe inflammation and pain, preference should be given to neoprene fabrics or spandex.

Compression strength

This indicator depends only on the prescription of the attending physician. From what therapeutic effect necessary for successful recovery, designs with a certain degree of fixation are selected.

Size

The fixator must fully correspond to the volume of the patient’s shoulder and forearm, and in some cases the volume is also taken into account chest. It is important that the bandage does not compress the tissue too much, but at the same time tightly covers and supports the shoulder and forearm in a fixed position.

N.B! Despite the fact that most manufacturers claim that the material is hypoallergenic, the risk of an organism reaction cannot be ruled out. Therefore, it is important to make sure that you are not allergic to this type of fabric.

Features of use

The advantages of orthopedic structures over the need to bandage a joint after surgery or a fracture are obvious. Putting a bandage on your arm is much easier than bandaging a damaged joint every day. It is important that the orthosis can fix several joints at the same time. To effectively use the support throughout the entire rehabilitation period, the following rules must be observed:

Soft, elastic bandages, intended for daily use, must be removed at night. Even if they are made of natural hypoallergenic material, it is not recommended to sleep in them.
Maintenance of the orthosis is performed periodically using warm water and baby soap. It is better to simply wipe bandages of semi-rigid and rigid construction with a damp cloth.
Any orthopedic products must not be washed in a washing machine, wringed, bleached or ironed. Such actions will quickly render the orthosis unusable.
The structure must be dried on a flat surface, protected from the sun.
Sometimes after complex operation or fracture, semi-rigid fixators are recommended to be left overnight. In this case, it is necessary to remove the orthosis in the morning and wipe the body with a damp cloth soaked in a disinfectant solution. Then put the retainer back on the joint.
Any orthosis must be put on in a sitting position. This eliminates the risk of pinching blood vessels and nerve endings.
If it is necessary to use an abduction pillow, only an orthopedic traumatologist should wear the bandage.

Fixation of the joint with a modern orthosis in combination with drug therapy and physical therapy significantly reduces the duration of exacerbation of chronic diseases, accelerates the recovery process after surgery or injury, and is also an excellent prevention of the development of joint pathology.

To maintain the shoulder joint after dislocation and reduction, they are used different types bandages:

Modern retainers(sling slings).
Calipers (orthopedic).
Spica-shaped.
Headscarfs.

Depending on the causative factor The following types of dislocations are distinguished:

Congenital.
Purchased:
- traumatic (or primary);
- non-traumatic (voluntary, pathological and habitual).

We will consider each of these reasons in more detail in the corresponding section of the article.

If a traumatic dislocation occurs in isolation, not accompanied by other injuries, it is called uncomplicated. In the case when, simultaneously with a dislocation of the shoulder, a violation of the integrity of the skin, tendon rupture, fractures of the clavicle, scapula, humerus, damage to the neurovascular bundle - a complicated dislocation is diagnosed.

The vast majority of cases of this injury - up to 75% - occur in anterior dislocations, about 24% are lower or axillary dislocations, while other variants of the disease occur in only 1% of patients.

Important role To determine treatment tactics and prognosis, classification depending on the time since the injury plays a role. According to it, there are 3 types of dislocations:

fresh (up to three days);
stale (from three days to three weeks);
old (the dislocation occurred more than 21 days ago).

There are many types of bandages for fixing damaged areas. Depending on the purpose of use, both soft and hard dressings for the shoulder joint are divided into several types:

protective;
medicinal;
immobilizing;
pressing;
corrective.

Some types of bandages, for example, a scarf bandage, are designed for emergency fixation if nothing but regular fabric is available. Others have an orthopedic and compression effect, providing moderate fixation. Let's look at the main types of shoulder bandages to understand how effective and useful they are.

An orthopedic bandage is an orthosis made of several layers of breathable knitwear. The bandage has a removable belt and muff. Orthopedic dressing provides average degree fixing the damaged area, providing compression, relaxing and unloading the joint.
The Deso bandage is made of three-layer airtight knitted fabric, where a clutch with 2 belts is provided for the forearm, and a belt regulating the fixation is provided for the upper limbs. It is universal, so it can be used on any shoulder.
A spica bandage is prescribed in the presence of pathologies of the shoulder joint, providing a strong degree of fixation. This remedy is especially useful for dislocations.
A scarf bandage is an emergency means of fixation that is used immediately after receiving any injury. The bandage eliminates the risk of subsequent damage to the shoulder, prevents vascular ruptures, hematomas, and swelling. At the same time, the scarf bandage does not allow parts of the joint to move.

Whatever fixation bandage is needed, you should follow the recommendations of the doctor who prescribed its wearing. Otherwise, the device will not only not bring any benefit, but will also worsen the situation.

There are some structural and functional differences between a brace and a brace.

The bandage fixing the shoulder joint ensures correct load distribution, sufficient compression and fits tightly to the skin and is made of dense, elastic fabric.

An orthosis for the shoulder joint is a more complex device for rigid or limited fixation, the design elements of which contain metal or plastic elements: knitting needles, plates, guides, etc. In addition, an orthosis for the shoulder joint is able to provide, if necessary, the desired angle of fixation of the arm, and using an inflatable roller in the armpit area - change it.

According to the method and strength of fixation, bandages are conventionally divided into the following categories:

The bone may not heal properly and become deformed, causing its functions to be impaired. If the injured arm has been without movement for a long time, the person may develop muscle atrophy. If blood circulation is impaired, infection of the diseased area may begin.

Kerchief bandage

It is secured around the neck with wide straps that also cover the thoracic region backs. When wearing it, the arm is fixed in a bent position at an angle of 90°. With this method of fastening, the mobility of the articular joint is maintained, but the load on it is minimal. The most comfortable physiological position of the arm and shoulder is achieved thanks to the adjustable clips on the support straps.

The scarf bandage is used for minor injuries: dislocations, bruises, sprains and simple fractures. However, despite the simplicity of design and ease of maintenance, this orthopedic fixator has a number of disadvantages. Firstly, it is quite difficult to dress on your own, and secondly, during sleep it can move, leaving the shoulder in an uncomfortable position.

Deso bandage

Purpose shoulder orthoses may serve several purposes. In this regard, several large groups of different designs have been developed, united by one name - “shoulder bandage”. The groups are called:

fixing bandages;
support bandages;
restrictive bandages;
clavicular bandages.

Each group performs a specific set of functions and is assigned in the appropriate situation.

A shoulder brace is a medical device designed to relieve and fix the shoulder joints. Indications for long-term wearing are instability of the ligamentous apparatus of the joint, injury during sports, arthritis or arthrosis.

Devices are often used in the postoperative period for rapid rehabilitation patients. Only the doctor is responsible for choosing it.

He evaluates the results instrumental studies, takes into account the degree of damage to articular structures. Comfort to wear is also important.

Basic functions of a medical device

Fixation degree

Based on the degree of fixation, structures are divided into several categories:

weak fixation bandages for early rehabilitation of the muscular-ligamentous apparatus and for the prevention of injuries after overload;
semi-rigid bandages for postoperative rehabilitation and treatment of arthritis, arthrosis and periarthritis;
rigid fixation bandages for immobilization during fractures or after operations.

The degree of compression and rigidity of fixation of the bandage is determined by the doctor.

Children's shoulder brace

Children often end up in the traumatologist's office with various bruises, sprains, dislocations and fractures. This category of patients requires special attention, since incorrect treatment can prevent proper development musculoskeletal system.

Since children's skin is more sensitive, a children's shoulder brace should be made of natural fabrics. Synthetic elements can only be placed in the inner layer.

Shoulder dislocation: symptoms

All traumatic shoulder dislocations are accompanied by severe pain at the site of injury, deformation of the shoulder joint area (the joint becomes angular, sunken, concave). Movement in the joint is impossible. When attempting passive movements, a characteristic spring resistance is determined.

With an anterior shoulder dislocation, the head moves forward and downward. The arm is in a forced position (abducted to the side or bent, abducted and turned outward).

On palpation, the head of the humerus is not found in its usual place; it can be felt in the anterior sections of the axilla (with anteroinferior dislocations) or below the coracoid process of the scapula. Anterior and anteroinferior dislocations of the shoulder are sometimes accompanied by a separation of the greater tubercle of the humerus, a fracture of the coracoid or acromial processes of the scapula.

Treatment tactics

Immediately after an injury occurs, you must call ambulance or a taxi to take a patient with a dislocated shoulder to the hospital. While waiting for the car, he should be given first aid, which includes:

cold on the affected area (to stop bleeding, reduce swelling and ease pain);
pain relief (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs - paracetamol, ibuprofen, dexalgin and others, and if the need for the drug is determined by the emergency doctor, then narcotic analgesics (promedol, omnopon)).

Upon admission, the doctor first of all carries out the necessary diagnostic measures. When an accurate diagnosis is made, the need to reduce the dislocation comes to the fore. A primary traumatic dislocation, especially an old one, is the most difficult to reduce, while a habitual dislocation becomes easier to reduce with each subsequent time.

Reduction of a dislocation cannot be carried out “live” - in all cases local or general anesthesia is necessary. Young patients with uncomplicated traumatic dislocation are usually given local anesthesia.

To do this, a narcotic analgesic is injected into the area of the affected joint, and then an injection of novocaine or lidocaine is given. After tissue sensitivity decreases and the muscles relax, the doctor performs a closed reduction of the dislocation.

There are many proprietary methods, the most common among them are the methods of Kudryavtsev, Meshkov, Hippocrates, Dzhanelidze, Chaklin, Richet, Simon. The least traumatic and most physiological are the methods of Dzhanelidze and Meshkov.

Any of the methods will be most effective with complete anesthesia and delicate manipulations.

In some cases, the patient is advised to reduce the dislocation under general anesthesia- anesthesia.

If closed reduction is not possible, the issue of open intervention is decided - arthrotomy of the shoulder joint. During the operation, the doctor removes the tissues trapped between the articular surfaces and restores the congruence (mutual correspondence between them) of the latter.

After the head of the humerus is established in its anatomical position, the pain decreases within a few hours and disappears completely within 1-2 days.

What to do if you have a dislocated shoulder? Typically, treatment for this condition involves doing the following:

After full recovery you need to be careful. To do this, you should avoid putting any stress on your injured arm and try to eliminate situations in which you could get injured.

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy methods for shoulder dislocation are used both at the stage of immobilization and after removal of the immobilizing bandage. In the first case, the goal of physiotherapy is to reduce swelling, resorption of traumatic effusion and infiltration in the area of damage, as well as pain relief.

At the next stage, treatment with physical factors is used to normalize blood flow and activate the processes of repair and regeneration in damaged tissues, as well as stimulate the work of periarticular muscles and restore the full range of motion in the joint.

To reduce the intensity of pain, the patient is prescribed:

amplipulse therapy;
diadynamic therapy;
ultraviolet irradiation medium length waves in an erythemal dose.

The following are used as anti-inflammatory techniques:

high-frequency magnetic therapy;
Microwave therapy;
UHF therapy.

To improve the outflow of lymph from the lesion and thereby reduce tissue swelling, use:

massotherapy;
alcohol compress.

Fixative

A support bandage is a device that helps maintain the anatomically correct position of the shoulder joint after its reduction.

Wearing the bandage should begin immediately after cessation of immobilization and removal of the cast.

Such a fixing agent performs several functions simultaneously:

reduces the load on the injured joint;
prevents unwanted activity;
maintains natural shoulder position;
has a compression effect;
helps restore lymph flow;
helps improve nutrition of shoulder tissue.

A bandage for a dislocated shoulder is a necessary measure that speeds up the process of restoring functionality after an injury.

Wearing a fixation device does not interfere with the performance of exercise therapy and therapeutic gymnastics indicated during the rehabilitation period. Patients can fully carry out movements in three planes, developing the joint.

Types and indications for use of a shoulder brace

Bandages are means that have a characteristic compression effect, which promotes the rapid restoration of blood or lymphatic flow, the removal of clamps, thus improving the nutrition of ligamentous and cartilaginous tissues in the shoulder.

A bandage or bandage fixing the shoulder joint is prescribed to speed up the healing process, allowing the shoulder to move in three planes.

A bandage fixing the shoulder area is not prescribed by doctors in all cases. The main indications for its use are as follows.

Postoperative period, rehabilitation after removal of the cast.
Presence of inflammation.
Sprains, dislocations, ligament tears, joint structure disorders.

The main purpose of bandages is immobilization. Fixation eliminates the risk of aggravating the injury, partially limits the shoulder joint and reduces the motor activity of the back. It is thanks to this that the ligaments and tendons that make up the shoulder joint heal faster and the restoration of motor function is accelerated.

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Limited mobility. If the shoulder joint is limited in range of motion, for example, it is impossible to raise your arm, at a minimum, you need to urgently take an x-ray, which will show whether there is a serious pathology.

Upper limb fixators

Modern Delbe Rings are more comfortable, and their workmanship is much better. They are machine washable and cost minimal discomfort the person wearing the device.

The tool can be adjusted to your own dimensions. The retainer allows air to pass through well and prevents a person from sweating.

Soft rings should be placed on the area between the neck and shoulders, tightened tightly and secured between the shoulder blades.

First aid for a broken arm

First aid for a dislocated shoulder joint consists of reducing motor activity in the affected area, eliminating the traumatic factor and promptly seeking help from a doctor.

If you suspect a dislocation, you need to take the following measures:

Ensure the joint remains at rest - completely abandon physical activity. For this purpose, a special bandage is used for dislocation of the shoulder joint.
Applying ice or other cold will help reduce inflammation and swelling of the tissues.
Call a doctor.

In addition, this measure can cause damage to the muscles, blood vessels and nerves that are located in this area.

The orthosis is prescribed for people with dislocations and fractures of the shoulder, collarbone, and scapula. When there is a recovery period after a sprained ligament or muscle and after physical overload of the upper limbs of the body, experts advise using a bandage of this type. In case of paralysis of the upper limbs, the fixator is also actively used.

The main task when dressing is the correct fixation of the joints in a stationary state.

The selection of a fixative should be made by a doctor only after examination, examination and diagnosis. Otherwise, if you prescribe the product yourself, you can only cause even more harm to both the joint itself and the hand, which often leads to disability.

The main advantage of this type of fixation is the ability to fix not only the shoulder, but also the elbow, which helps reduce the motor activity of the back. This is especially important when high-quality restoration of the ligaments of the back muscles, which also enter the shoulder, is important.

The orto pelvic ring bandage is used for postpartum symphysitis, impacted femoral neck fractures and non-displaced iliac fractures. Its design is equipped with six stiffening ribs. They reduce the load on hip joints and firmly fix the pelvis.

The shin bandage comes in two types: completely made of elastic fabric, with stiffening ribs and lacing. The first is used for sprains, ligament tears and for preventive purposes during sports or intense exercise. The use of the second is indicated for ankle injuries, sports injuries and paralysis.

An effective remedy For immobilization (therapeutic limitation of mobility) of the wrist and elbow joints, a wrist orthosis is used. It is equipped with special stiffening ribs, which provide more reliable fixation. In addition to the necessary inhibition of movement, it supports tendons and ligaments. It is comfortable to wear and provides pain-free finger function.

Maximum support. The bandage is equipped with a semi-rigid frame, triaxial hinges and reinforcing ribs (buttresses). Used for serious injuries, to prevent repeated dislocations and sprains, as well as in the postoperative period.

If a person has a shoulder injury, they will usually experience some of the following symptoms:

Get rid of all kinds of bracelets, rings and other jewelry on your broken arm: they will only interfere with doctors’ work with the person.

Indications for wearing

In this case, with the help of a bandage, fixation of the limb to the body is achieved, but abduction of the shoulder joint does not occur.

When using the Deso method for long-term fixation for clavicle fractures, the application of additional elements allowing you to move your shoulder back.

The Deso method is not used for complex comminuted fractures and open fractures, since its application can aggravate the patient’s condition, provoke additional destruction of soft tissues by bone fragments, and lead to increased displacement of bone fragments.

You can buy a ready-made fixing bandage for the shoulder joint, or you can apply it using a bandage.

Indications for wearing a shoulder brace may include the following factors:

diseases associated with joint inflammation: arthrosis, arthritis, periarthritis, myositis, shoulder osteoarthritis, etc.;
dislocations, sprains, bruises, hematomas and other cases accompanied by disruption of the structure of the joint and nearby muscles
fractures and cracks of the shoulder;
rehabilitation after plaster removal;
relieving swelling after operations and injuries;
scapula fractures;
shoulder arthroplasty;
with a diagnosis of arm paralysis or paresis;
unloading of the shoulder joint for the speedy restoration of motor functions;
hypermobility of the shoulder joint;
elimination of pain syndrome;
shoulder dysfunction of a neurological nature.

Shoulder pain can be associated with more than just problems in the joint. In some cases, the cause of discomfort is due to exacerbation of cervical osteochondrosis, pneumonia, cardiovascular diseases and even inflammation of the gallbladder. Therefore, the beginning of the path to making a correct diagnosis is a visit to a therapist.

There are a number of situations in which wearing a bandage is contraindicated or requires additional consultation with a doctor. For example:

dermatological problems (burns, allergic rashes, dermatitis, eczema, abscesses and other skin diseases where the fixator adheres to the body);
individual intolerance to the components included in the manufacturing material. It is strongly recommended to read the instructions for use of the bandage before purchasing;
put on the device immediately after applying creams and ointments with a warming effect.

It is important to understand that the duration of continuous wearing of the brace depends on the complexity of the injuries to the shoulder joint and the treatment goals being pursued. Some retainers are designed for stationary wear, but in most cases they must be removed periodically to avoid the development of bedsores and atrophy of immobile areas of the skin.

The temporarily freed arm should be kept at rest or supported with a light bandage.

Using a brace helps keep the shoulder joint in the correct position. This fixation device is recommended to patients in a number of cases:

in progress postoperative rehabilitation;
in progress rehabilitation after fractures, bruises, dislocations or sprains;
as a supporting device for acute and chronic joint diseases (arthritis, arthrosis, osteoarthritis, periarthritis, myositis);
when diagnosing paresis or paralysis of the arm;
after installation of prostheses;
with hypermobility (extreme mobility) of the shoulder joints;
in the process of reconstruction of arm muscle ruptures;
for neurological disorders;
for the prevention of pain and swelling after exercise.

A bandage fixing the shoulder joint is in some cases used as an independent means, but sometimes it is supplemented with other types of orthoses. The classic pair is a plaster cast plus a support bandage.

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Shoulder injury is a very common occurrence. At the same time, heavy physical activity leads not only to fractures and dislocations, but also to various diseases - arthrosis, arthritis, periarthritis. In this case, a brace for the shoulder joint is needed, with the help of which the injured areas of the body completely restore their motor activity. Bandages for the shoulder joint are available for sale for various purposes:

Shoulder bandage used for simple fractures and during postoperative period. This tool firmly fixes the shoulder area, while the arm at the elbow bends 90 degrees. and presses close to the body. This position most effectively contributes to the fastest healing. The shoulder bandage is made of soft material, which makes wearing it comfortable for the patient. You don’t have to remove it during the process. hygiene procedures and during sleep.

Soft shoulder bandage mainly used to prevent injuries during sports and exercise. In addition, it can be used to treat diseases of the ligamentous apparatus. This product loosely fixes the shoulder while warming and massaging the shoulder muscles. Made from Aeroprene, which is an advanced neoprene material. Fastens to the body with a belt and Velcro fasteners.

Used to treat serious injuries and fractures rigid type fixing bandage for the shoulder joint. This could be a bandage for the collarbone, a bandage for fractures of the humerus, for the treatment of dislocations of the shoulder joint - the scope of application of this device is quite wide. This bandage looks like a metal frame. For a tighter fit to the body, the bandage has polyurethane pads. The procedure for using the bandage is determined by the doctor.

The shoulder joint is the largest movable joint in terms of its contact area. The presence of a large number of muscles, ligaments and tendons makes it possible to perform a variety of movements. However, with significant physical exertion, damage to the movable joint may occur. It is in such cases that a shoulder orthosis is needed.

The variety of shoulder orthoses can be divided into several large groups. Each is recommended for certain injuries.

Immobilizing semi-rigid orthosis

This orthosis for the shoulder and forearm reliably fixes the movable joint after injury (violation of the integrity of the shoulder joint, its dislocations, etc.) or after surgery. While wearing this type of bandage, the patient will not be able to move the shoulder or move the upper limbs to the sides or grasp objects with their hands.

A fixing orthosis-kerchief, made of elastic fabrics, can be supplemented with stiffening ribs: splints, hinges and others. They help maintain a certain angle of the upper limb and shoulder joint.

Important! This type of orthosis has an abduction bandage, which has a specialized pillow. It is placed between the torso and the arm to maintain a given position of the shoulder.

Supportive orthosis

Most often, this soft type of orthosis is used by people who play sports professionally to prevent injury. Used to compress mobile joints and muscles for preventive purposes against sprains and dislocations.

A common type of such orthosis is the Deso bandage. It allows you to fix a bent limb using one or two belts attached to the shoulder joint, as well as a wide elastic clamp that is installed on the body. This modification is used exclusively in medicinal purposes for various injuries, recovery after surgery and in situations in which it is necessary to immobilize the shoulder. It is not used for prevention.

Restrictive orthosis

This type of retainer is similar to a short-sleeved vest. This product is used on injured limb. This orthosis has a fixing belt that allows you to set the range of motion of the upper limb.

This type of clamp is called a Delbe ring. They are used for injuries of the collarbone and shoulder. By wearing these orthopedic products, you fix the position of the shoulder girdle during the treatment period.

Indications and contraindications

Above we have already talked about how wide the scope of orthoses is. They are used for many shoulder injuries. Several general situations in which wearing an orthopedic complex is recommended:

illnesses, causing inflammation in the joint;
shoulder injury for functional regeneration;
postoperative recovery;
recovery period after arthroplasty of the movable joint of the shoulder;
complete or partial absence motor activity in the shoulder joint;
cerebral palsy;
increased flexibility of the shoulder joint;
instability of the mobile connection;
impairment of hand function due to neurotic diseases;
use to prevent injuries and the transition of diseases to chronic status.

The main contraindication is the risk of skin diseases at the site of use of the fixative.

Important! Manufacturers strive to create orthoses from materials that do not cause allergies in the user. However, even hypoallergenic components can cause an allergic reaction.

Model selection

When worn, a neoprene elastic orthosis allows you to limit the amplitude of arm movement, remove swelling, improve blood flow, reduce pain, and ensure good absorption of medications due to warming up.

A product that has an abduction cushion is used to correct a dislocation, as well as during the recovery period after ligament injury and in the postoperative period. In addition, such orthoses have a place in the fight against inflammatory processes that are caused by diseases.

A restrictive bandage is necessary when the patient is forced to experience high pressure on the shoulder, elbow and wrist joints, or if present:

frequent shoulder dislocations due to regular sports activities;
muscle pain or joint injury;
abduction fracture of the neck of the humerus;
inflammatory processes in the mobile joint or nerve endings;
chronic inflammatory diseases shoulder

Important! The specific type of orthosis should be selected by the treating specialist based on current state patient, age, previous diseases.

It is necessary to pay attention to the following points when purchasing an orthosis:

Size. The orthopedic product must completely fit the size of the shoulder and upper limb;
Purpose. It is necessary to pay attention to the indications for use for a specific model;
Textile. Neoprene material would be better suited for decreasing inflammatory processes And pain, improving blood supply. A product with a rigid structure is used to fix a damaged movable joint;
Degree of fixation.

The mode of use of the orthosis should be determined by the treating specialist. For preventive purposes, bandages are used during physical activity. However, sometimes in this case it is prohibited to actively use the shoulder joint. With constant dislocations, sudden movements and heavy loads should be avoided. Elastic retainers should not be worn all the time. In addition, they must be removed during sleep.

If you need an orthosis during rehabilitation, your treating specialist will recommend using a Deso bandage or a scarf brace. You will need to wear them until recovery. This time period is determined by the treating specialist. As a rule, it lasts about 2 months.

In cases where it is necessary to fix the arm at a certain angle, an abduction clamp is suitable. Such an orthosis must be put on under the supervision of a specialist so that he can establish the desired position. This bandage should be used until the patient recovers.

A shoulder brace, combined with drug therapy, will help combat exacerbations of chronic ailments. If we add to this physical therapy, then the process of recovery after injury it will go faster. The bandage is an effective preventive measure, which helps prevent shoulder injuries and joint ailments.

Features of use and care of the orthosis

Soft and elastic shoulder orthoses are used for daily wear, for example, while performing physical activity. It is not recommended to wear them on an ongoing basis, as well as leaving them to sleep at night.

If the integrity of the bone of the joint is compromised, a shoulder orthosis or tugor is used for the entire rehabilitation period. Duration of wearing can be from 1.5 to 2 months. Sometimes you can remove a rigid orthosis during night sleep, but this is done solely on the advice of a specialist.

An orthopedic cut at a special angle should only be worn by a specialist, since it is he who will be able to select the required angle.

The duration of wearing is also selected by an orthopedic doctor.

Rules of care:

The orthosis must be washed by hand using baby soap;
During the washing process, bleaches, powders and products containing chlorine, phenols, nitrobenzene and other aggressive components are not used;
The product must be dried only on a horizontal surface;
It is forbidden to twist or wring out the product strongly, or to dry it under direct sun rays or on the battery.

A shoulder brace is an alternative plaster cast in certain situations. When wearing it, you must follow the recommendations of a specialist and the rules of care for it. The price of the product depends on the material and base. Rigid orthoses are considered more expensive. It is important to remember that independent use orthopedic product may harm your body.