medi SAS 45 (L) Shoulder Abduction Orthosis

The medi SAS 45 (L) Shoulder Abduction Orthosis offers superior post-operative support and rehabilitation for a variety of shoulder conditions. This lightweight and comfortable orthosis provides gentle abduction of the shoulder at either 30° or 45°, relieving stress on the joint and promoting faster healing. Designed for use following:

• Shoulder arthroplasty (shoulder replacement): Provides crucial post-operative immobilization at the optimal angle.
• Rotator cuff repair: Facilitates proper healing and prevents adhesion formation.
• Subacromial bursitis: Offers effective immobilization and pain relief during conservative treatment.
• Partial rotator cuff tears: Supports the shoulder joint and encourages healing.
• Acromioplasty: Provides post-operative support and minimizes strain on the repaired area.
• Shoulder dislocations: Assists in conservative management and post-reduction immobilization.
• Open or arthroscopic shoulder stabilization: Provides functional rest to the glenoid labrum and anterior capsule.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Adjustable Abduction Angles: Offers 30° and 45° abduction angles for customized support. The angle is achieved via a comfortable polyurethane pad.
• Lightweight and Comfortable Design: Minimizes discomfort and promotes patient compliance.
• Easy Application: Universal design allows for use on either the left or right arm by simply readjusting the straps. Precise adjustments are easily achieved via multiple straps.
• Integrated Hand Exerciser: Helps prevent muscle atrophy in the forearm by allowing for active range of motion exercises.
• Superior Immobilization: Effectively immobilizes the shoulder joint while still allowing for elbow and wrist movement. This promotes early functional recovery.
• Reduces Risk of Adhesive Capsulitis: The controlled abduction angle helps prevent the development of frozen shoulder.
• Early Mobilization: Enables early active and passive mobilization of the elbow and wrist, speeding recovery.
• Suitable for both conservative and post-operative management.

Contraindications:

None currently known.

Mechanism of Action:

The anatomically shaped pad abducts the shoulder, thereby unloading the glenoid labrum. The controlled abduction angle (30° or 45°) prevents adhesion formation (adhesive capsulitis). Additional shoulder stabilization is provided by a special strap, allowing for early active and passive mobilization of the elbow and wrist. This enables early functional treatment and the commencement of physiotherapy.