Clavicle Splints

Clavicle splints are designed to speed up the healing process for those who have had clavicle fractures as they provide support and aid to posture allowing maximum healing. However, there are various shoulder injuries that can use these braces and splints. From broken collar bone to dislocated and frozen shoulder, rotator calf injury/tendonitis, shoulder bursitis and shoulder separation, splints are generally worn to offer support and aid to the shoulder in an attempt to relieve the pain and keep the shoulder in proper posture for healing. The different types of splints are therefore categorized according to the target area.

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Clavicle Splint

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Who need clavicle splints?

Clavicle splints are more like back braces only that they are used to treat and remedy shoulder and clavicle pain rather than lower back. As medical devices, they are only necessary if you are a patient. Those who have suffered accidents and injuries that resulted in fracture or damaging of the collar bone and shoulder can benefit from splints in their recuperation. The splints are often given alongside a physical exercise therapy that is intended to help the patient fully recover their pre-injury abilities and motion ranges. If you have suffered one or more of the following, you probably need a clavicle splints;

Separated shoulder or dislocated shoulder

Injuries or illnesses to the rotary calf such as calcific tendonitis

Shoulder illnesses such as bursitis

Frozen shoulder

Broken/fractured collar bone (clavicle)

Post surgery patients may also be given splints to help them heal faster and better. The device is measured and designed by your orthotist for custom fit.

Buying considerations
Since falls, accidents and injuries are very common, splints and braces are quite popular medical devices. You can find custom designed splints as well as general purpose devices that can be worn to relieve pain. However, it is highly advisable to only use clavicle splints from your orthotist. They will examine your injury and healing requirements, and determine the best splint to use. What’s more, custom fit options are designed specifically for your condition to relieve pain without compromising the healing process. Nonetheless, not all offers you get will meet your needs. Some physicians will also simply recommend a few top brands. It is therefore important to carefully review your options before spending money of clavicle splints and braces. Some of the things to look at include the following;

Professional reputation – As with any other business, profession, product or service, reputation is the decisive aspect when reviewing quality issues. Professionals that have offered consistent quality services meeting client requirements will definitely have a good reputation within the region. You can tell this by simply looking at the reviews, comments, complaints and testimonials from previous and/or current clients.

Experience and longevity – While not all old is gold, it is often advisable to check out what the long serving companies and professionals offer. They probably have streamlined frameworks for service delivery and also boast profound experience in the field. Nevertheless, ensure they offer credible reputable clavicle treatment products and services. Only use the services of qualified experienced orthopaedic consultants.

Quality guarantees – it is important to get quality guarantees and provisions that ensure you receive the value sought. While clavicle splints are only to be worn for the period you are recovering, it should not warrant poor quality designs that quickly get damaged before you are fully recovered. Other quality aspects include comfort and safety. The design should not result in any deformity or aggravated pain.

Affordability – Although matters of cost are the least of your concerns following a clavicle injury, it is still wise to compare prices between existing offers. You do not necessarily need the most expensive clavicle splint to recover.

When looking for clavicle splints and braces, matters of comfort, effectiveness and convenience should be your priority. Follow all the use and maintenance instructions from your orthotist for best results and quick recovery. You should also have their contact in ace of any new development like increased pain. Choosing custom design splints will definitely cost you more than buying random general purpose braces. Nonetheless, it will give you better aid and posture support for fast clavicle fracture healing.

Using clavicle splints

Your orthotist will give the use and maintenance directions including how to wear, remove, clean and store your splints. You should only buy splints after full medical checkup especially since accidents can cause internal damages. Only after your doctor confirms it as a less serious clavicle injury should you go in search of splints. Clavicle braces are quite basic and easy to wear and maintain. Make sure you find the right material and comfort particularly if you have sensitive skin. It may seem a little uncomfortable the first time you wear it but it will soon heal your shoulder and collar bone.