The largest joint in the human body according to the area of contact is the shoulder joint. Due to the large number of ligaments, muscle tissue, tendons, the shoulder can perform various flexion and extension movements.
Due to the large mobility, the shoulder joint is often subjected to traumatic damage, clavicle fractures, ligament ruptures and sprains and various diseases - in such cases it is required to provide additional support to the shoulder and forearm with the help of fixing products - rigid and semi-rigid orthoses, soft bandages and bandages. All these products allow you to fix the joint in a certain position.
However, a person who does not know the choice of a fixing device can have some difficulties, therefore, before buying these products, it is worth considering the characteristics of each immobilizing structure.
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- Recommendations for choosing the
- fixatives Usage and care features
- Selectioneditorial board - the 5 best fixing products
- How is the situation in practice?
- Cost of products
Products for fixing the shoulder
Holders provide fixation of the shoulder joint in the desired position. Immobilizers provide additional support and relieve the increased mobility of the shoulder and forearm. This reduces the pressure on the damaged tissue and removes inflammation, which improves overall health and speeds up the recovery process.
On sale there are the following types of fixation devices on the shoulder - soft bandages and bandages, semi-rigid and rigid orthoses, tutors, calipers and tires.
Bandages have a soft elastic base with a breathable structure, fixing of these products are carried out by Velcro. Ortheses and tutors have a stronger base with inserts of metal or plastic.
Functional features of
The main feature of all fixing devices for the shoulder joint is that their design is designed so that when using 
, the shoulder area is maximally relieved. The base of products can have additional rigid elements, which can be used in the form of a tire for fracture or rupture of ligaments.
Bandages and tutors are attached to the shoulder and forearm, while they create a complete or partial immobilization of the joint.
In fixing devices, metal plates or plastic inserts can additionally be used that ensure the exact location of the joint in the correct position.
Hinges can also be installed that allow movement and extension of the joint at a certain angle.
At present, these products have become a full-fledged replacement for plaster bandages.
Which indications should I use
Bandages that are soft-based are usually indicated for wearing as a prophylactic agent after minor bruises and some shoulder disorders, to reduce inflammation and pain.
Devices with a more rigid design( orthoses, tires) are recommended to be mounted on the shoulder joint in more serious cases:
- for restoring the joint function after traumatic shoulder injuries;
- for supporting the hand in acute and chronic pathologies of the upper limbs, as well as for inflammatory diseases;
- if paralysis or paresis is diagnosed, cerebral palsy;
- during recovery from surgery and implantation of prostheses;
- if there is hypermobility of the shoulder joint;
- for restoring damaged muscles of the upper limbs;
- for violations of the functions of the upper limbs, due to neurological diseases.
Application during fracture of the shoulder-clavicle
Fixing devices are often used during the rehabilitation period with a fracture of the shoulder and collarbone. The use of these products will quickly restore the structure of the joint and accelerate the process of repairing damaged tissue.
Heating band Otto Bock
Kinds of fixing products
Brackets for the shoulder and forearm are classified into several categories.
According to the degree of rigidity of the device for immobilization are divided into three types:
- Soft or elastic .These products are made of soft material, which allows you to fix the joint, but it does not restrict the movement of the
.The base has a breathable structure, so these products can be worn continuously. - Semi-rigid .The designs of these products have thin inserts from the metal base. They are used to fix the joint after injuries or diseases. When wearing, reduce pain, inflammation, heaviness.
- Hard .The structures have a rigid base, inside which there are inserts made of plastic or metallic material. They are used for severe injuries, fractures.
Bandages on the shoulder joint are of three types:
- Fixing .This type includes a semi-rigid fixative, which is worn on the shoulder or area of the forearm. Provides reliable fixation of the joint after injuries, various injuries, operations. During the use of this device, the patient can not move his arm, shoulder, or move his hand to the side. The fixing band can also have rigid elements - plates, tires, hinges. The presence of hinged elements helps to set the desired angle of arm and shoulder position.
- Soft supporting shoulder bandage is used during preventive treatment after injuries. These products are recommended for athletes. When used, the product provides the required level of compression to the joint and muscles.
- Restrictive brace. In appearance, the product looks like a half-waist with a short sleeve. The device is worn on the problem area. In addition, the construction is completed with a locking strap. Due to this belt, the amplitude of movements is regulated.
Bandage soft thermoregulating fixing Acro Comfort on the shoulder joint:
Devices for the clavicle
Bandages that are designed for the shoulder and collarbone are called the Delbe rings. With the help of these devices, the shoulder belt is fixed during the treatment of various traumatic injuries of the sternoclavicular joint.
Fixing devices for children
For children, various fixing devices are produced that provide joint support after injuries, ligament injuries, bruises, dislocations. The use of these products reduces inflammation, heaviness, swelling, promotes the rapid restoration of the joint tissue.
Recommendations for the selection of fixatives
Before purchasing a fixation device for the shoulder joint, consult a physician. The specialist will help you choose the appropriate means for fixing and supporting the joint according to the indications.
When choosing a shoulder bandage or orthosis, several important points should be considered:
- Fabric .If an article is needed to reduce inflammation, accelerate blood circulation, reduce pain, then it is better to purchase funds from neoprene material. If an orthosis is required to fix the damaged joint, it is better to purchase products with a rigid structure.
- Size of .The fixing means should fit exactly the size of the shoulder and arm.
- Assignment of .It is worth considering the indications for which this or that product is intended.
- Fixing degree .
Features of use and care
Soft and elastic bandages and bandages on the shoulder are designed for everyday wearing, they can be worn during various physical exercises. But they do not need to be worn constantly, let alone leave them for the night.
Orthosis rigid on the shoulder and forearm
If it is required to use a shoulder brace or tutor in a fracture, it is usually worn during the entire recovery period. This period can be from one and a half to two months.
If special products are used that need to be worn at a special angle, then they should only be worn by an orthopedic physician, who must also put out the required angle.
The period of application of these products is also determined by a specialist.
In addition, it is necessary to properly care for the products, especially if they are soft bandages:
- should only be washed using a baby soap;
- when washing it is not recommended to use aggressive detergents, powders, bleaches;
- is not recommended to unscrew, twist;
- should be dried on a horizontal surface;
- can not be hung on batteries, in the sun.
Editor's choice - 5 best fixing products
Our TOP-5 best fixing products for the shoulder and forearm:
- Support band for the shoulder joint Orlett RS-105 .This product has an elastic base that is designed for easy fixing
.Used during physical exercises, with the prevention of arthritis, arthrosis, plexitis and other diseases, as well as after bruises and stretch marks. When wearing removes inflammation, swelling, pain, normalizes blood circulation. - Orthosis on the shoulder Omomed .This is a model that has a moderate fixation. It is used during rehabilitation after operations in case of fractures, dislocations, ligament ruptures, as well as for joint restoration after osteoporosis, osteoarthrosis and endoprosthetics.
- Orthosis on the shoulder joint and arm Orlet SA -209 .The product of this company is designed to fully fix the upper limb in the retracted position. It has a turning angle of up to 60 degrees. It is used for the treatment of dislocations, ligament injuries, diseases of the neck of the shoulder. And also used in the rehabilitation period after fractures of the scapula, clavicle, humerus.
- Orthosis for removing Omo Immobil 50A10 .This device has a strong degree of fixation, has an angle of influence from 0 to 90 degrees. It is used for wearing during the recovery period after plastic surgery of the rotor cuff, endoplasty of the joint.
- Turret Omo Neurexa ( right, left).The product of this model has a moderate fixation of the shoulder and forearm with slight supination and extension of the arm. It is used after injuries, surgeries, fractures, and also in the recovery period after a stroke.
Orthosis Omo Immobil 50A10
How is the situation in practice?
Reviews of people who happened to experience the impact of the bandage and shoulder orthosis in practice.
After I heavily hit my shoulder while doing exercises in the gym, I began to wear a supporting bandage of Orrlet RS-105 company. At first the pains were still disturbing, but after 2 weeks everything passed.
Now I use the bandage constantly while doing exercises in the gym. The product is very convenient and easy!
Svetlana, 28 years old
I work at a construction site, so often I have to deal with injuries. When the fall was severely damaged his shoulder, he thought that he would have to lie in the hospital for several months.
But the doctor was well experienced, he recommended me to wear a special orthosis. Has advised product Orrlet SA-209.Really a good thing, I managed to recover in just 1 month.
Yaroslav, 47 years
Cost of products
The price of fixation devices for the shoulder joint depends on the type of base, soft and elastic bandages can be purchased for 1500-5000 rubles, but more rigid products cost more than 5000 to 30,000 rubles.
