Arm sling with handle UPPER-EXTREMITY SUPPORT OKG-05

Description
Upper-extremity positioning orthosis designed to support and position a flaccid arm after neurological injury. The orthosis maintains the upper limb in a functional posture to preserve neuromuscular patterns, assist rehabilitation, and reduce the risk of shoulder subluxation and spasticity. Intended for clinical and institutional use in rehabilitation and long-term care settings.

Components / Construction

• Non-elastic, durable polyamide straps — easy to clean
• Orthopaedic rubber: AirRubber III™
• Polyamide anterior and posterior buckles
• Hand handle (oval shape to preserve web space; cylindrical grip)
• Locking tab in aircraft-grade aluminum with powder coating — lightweight, rigid, sweat resistant
• Axillary pads to reduce underarm pressure and improve comfort
• Wrist cross to maintain neutral wrist alignment

Key features and benefits

• Elbow strap: controls elbow position; supports the arm to reduce shoulder subluxation and maintain adduction
• Arm strap: transmits controlled compressive forces across wrist, elbow and shoulder; limits involuntary abduction; reduces risk of impingement from over-tightening
• Shoulder harness (figure-8): promotes thoracic extension and scapular retraction/depression to improve posture
• Anterior and posterior buckles: stabilise shoulder and maintain neutral rotation
• Locking tab: secures harness position and enables rapid adjustment of limb alignment
• Axillary pads: decrease underarm pressure for prolonged wear
• Wrist cross: preserves neutral wrist position
• Hand handle: provides initial support and facilitates cylindrical grip during rehabilitation activities

Advantages

• Reduces shoulder pain associated with subluxation
• Keeps upper limb in neutral functional position
• Decreases risk of shoulder subluxation
• Supports improved gait and balance via postural control
• Facilitates patient self-care and simple application by staff

Sizes
Size S — Weight: 45-63 kg — Height (A): 152-160 cm
Size M — Weight: 60-83 kg — Height (A): 160-178 cm
Size L — Weight: 81-106 kg — Height (A): 178-193 cm
Size XL — Weight: above 106 kg — Height (A): above 193 cm
ATTENTION: If height range and weight range suggest different sizes, prioritise the measurement based on where the patient carries weight (if weight is carried higher on torso/shoulders, prioritise WEIGHT; if lower on abdomen/hips, prioritise HEIGHT).

Technology / Materials
AirRubber III™ — orthopaedic rubber with unidirectional elasticity: stretches longitudinally to improve compression while maintaining breathability; braid structure permits air flow and provides gentle skin massage under compression. Skin-friendly and suitable for prolonged contact.

Setting up / Documentation
Manufacturer provides setup instructions and product manual (setup PDF available). Clinical fitting should be performed by trained personnel.

Purpose of use

• Stroke rehabilitation
• Traumatic brain injury
• Brachial plexus injuries
• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
• Transverse myelitis
• Central cord syndrome
• Post-polio syndrome
• Other neurological conditions requiring upper-limb positioning

Technical specifications

• Brand: 4medic
• Code: OKG-05
• Trade name: UPPER-EXTREMITY SUPPORT
• Model: UPPER-EXTREMITY SUPPORT OKG-05
• Medical device class: Class I medical device (Regulation (EU) 2017/745)
• Primary materials: AirRubber III™, polyamide straps, polyamide buckles, aircraft-grade aluminum locking tab
• Main components: elbow strap, arm strap, shoulder harness (figure-8), anterior/posterior buckles, locking tab, axillary pads, wrist cross, hand handle
• Available sizes: S, M, L, XL (see size-weight-height ranges above)
• Intended use: positioning and protection of flaccid upper limb; prevention of post-stroke spasticity and shoulder subluxation; support in various neurological conditions