Posterior Shoulder Immobilizer Donjoy Ultra Sling III

Pictured from the Donjoy website, here.


So, starting a few years ago, my kiddo began experiencing shoulder dislocation followed by shoulder instability. This was very scary for us in the beginning, and while we panic less as the years go by, we still struggle not to be enveloped by fear at times.

A product that has helped her, tremendously, during the most unstable time period is the Donjoy Ultra Sling III ER (we have an older model, but it looks the same). This helps her stay reduced long enough that she can get back to physical therapy and back to life. She had tried many slings and braces, but none worked at all until we put this on her.  Her dislocations are typically posterior (out the back) shoulder, and this sets her at the proper angle to keep it in.

Benefits:It's soft and adjustable, so it grows with her. It works great for posterior dislocations of the shoulder (better than anything else we have tried)
It can be worn to bed
Easy to pack and bring along (just in case)
All adjustable, so can even be switched to other arm if needed (though I still advise letting the professionals help you with that)

Disadvantage: It's confusing! you do need a professional to size this properly for you, then take a photo so you don't forget! If you have to readjust it, you will want to reference the photos.
You can't safely wear two at once while sleeping, due to straps (if bilateral support is needed)
Can pull on the shoulder, so wrapping with fabric or wearing a collared shirt can be helpful
Only came in adult sizes when we ordered, so not an option for smaller children
If bilateral shoulder instability is present, this can be too rough on the opposite supporting shoulder

3 years ago, just 4 weeks in this brace would have her stable and ready for physical therapy like a champ, but as she ages and her shoulders get worse, this isn't working as well as it used to. We are still using it at night during the ongoing daily instability, and around the clock during the worst of times, as advised by the medical team.

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