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Sling Elbow And Wrist AROM

Also called elbow and wrist arom in sling, elbow wrist range of motion in sling, sling elbow and wrist motion.

Sling Elbow And Wrist AROM: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Sit with your upper arm supported. Temporarily release your forearm from the sling as instructed, keep your upper arm still, bend and straighten your elbow, then move your wrist and open and close your hand.

Body region
Shoulder
Position
Seated
Equipment
Sling
Recovery phase
Early recovery
Purpose
Range Of Motion

Used in home programs for

  • Bankart Repair
  • Proximal Humerus ORIF
  • Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
  • Rotator Cuff Repair
  • Shoulder Replacement
  • SLAP Repair

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