Bilateral GivMohr Sling Benefits
GivMohr Sling Features
- Securing the 4-Tab for optimal fit
- Adding splint for proper wrist position
- Adjusting hand piece for arthritic thumbs
- Decreasing handle volume to accommodate distal motor return
- Mix sling sizes to accommodate different body types
- Mix sling sizes to accommodate different arm lengths (Bilateral)
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How to use Bilateral Sling by GivMohr?
Fitting the Bilateral GivMohr Sling
- Lay sling across the back and drape anterior straps over each shoulder with blue stripe against arms and "GivMohr" side of 4-Tab facing out
- Position 4-Tab low on back between shoulder blades
- Position hands into Handpieces
- Position Elbow Straps horizontally 1" below the elbow
- Adjust both straps at buckles to reduce the subluxation
- Reposition 4-Tab for optimum comfort and function
- Lock 4-Tab
- Adjust Handpiece if needed
- Adjust posterior straps to bring shoulders into neutral rotation
For Proper fit
Initial fitting by PT or OT is recommended to ensure proper fit. Check the following, if:
- Shoulder subluxation is reduced
- Shoulders in neutral rotation
- 4-Tab optimally positioned and locked
- Elbows in less than 30 degrees of flexion
- Elbow Straps set 1" below elbows and horizontal
- Wrist Crosses centered over wrists
- Handpiece positions accommodate contours of hands
- Blue Stripe against arms and "GivMohr" side of 4-Tab facing out.
4-Tab Locking Instructions (Recommended)
For maximum benefit, lock the 4-tab of your GivMohr Sling
- Correctly position GivMohr Sling
- Position the "unlocked" 4-Tab for optimum comfort and function. Avoid placing 4-Tab on the base of the neck. Greater comfort is typically achieved with the 4-Tab located low on the back (about the level of the bottom of the shoulder blade).
- Lock the 4-Tab in place by snapping the webbing under the locking hooks on all four Sides
- Re-check the overall fit of the GivMohr Sling and repeat if needed
Handpiece Adjustment Instructions (Optional)
For best results, these adjustments should be made by a therapist.
Hand Opening Adjustment
To accommodate girth/size of hand and position of wrist diamond. Optimal wrist control is achieved when wrist cross is directly over the wrist joint.
- Find Velcro attachments inside handpiece
- Carefully detach one side of elastic at Velcro connection
- Stretch or Release elastic to loosen or tighten as needed
- Reattach elastic at Velcro connection
- Repeat the above adjustment on the other side of the handpiece
Flexion/Extension Wrist Adjustment
This adjustment is rarely needed and should be made by a therapist.
- Release both sides of Velcro
- Rotate elastic position relative to Handpiece to increase flexion or extension
- Reattach elastic to Velcro
GivMohr Sling Manual
What to buy with GivMohr Orthopedic Bilateral Sling
Bilateral Sling Specification
Size
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Height Range
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Weight Range
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X-Small
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Under 5ft (Less 1.5m)
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80 to 100 lbs (36 to 45kg)
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Small
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5ft to 5ft 4" (1.5m to 1.6m)
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100 to 140 lbs (45 to 64kg)
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Medium
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5ft 3" to 5ft 10" (1.6m to 1.8m)
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135 to 185 lbs (61 to 84kg)
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Large
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5ft 10" to 6ft 4" (1.8 to 2.0m)
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180 to 235 lbs (82 to 107kg)
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X-Large
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Over 6ft (Over 2m)
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Over 235 lbs (Over 107kg)
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