GivMohr Sling GMB-00 Manual

US Patents
6945945
D688, 977

Fitting the Bilateral GivMohr Sling

1. Lay sling across back and drape anterior straps over each shoulder with
blue stripe against arms and "GivMohr" side of 4-Tab facing out
2. Position 4-Tab low on back between shoulder blades
3. Position hands into Handpieces
4. Position Elbow Straps horizontally 1" below elbow
5. Adjust both straps at buckles to reduce subluxation
6. Reposition 4-Tab for optimum comfort and function (see back)
7. Lock 4-Tab (instructions on back)
8. Adjust Handpiece if needed (instructions on back)
Adjust posterior straps to bring shoulders into neutral rotation
Steps 6 and 7

Bilateral GivMohr Sling Benefits:

Reduces shoulder subluxation
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Reduces shoulder pain
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Supports the arms in a functional position
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Facilitates improved posture
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Facilitates improved balance
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Facilitates improved gait
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Protects the flaccid arms and shoulder joints
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Allows controlled arm swing
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Improves activities of daily living
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Proper Fit

Initial fitting by PT or OT is recommended to ensure proper fit.
Check the following:
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Shoulder subluxation is reduced
 Shoulders in neutral rotation
 4-Tab optimally positioned and locked (see instructions on back)
 Elbows in less than 30 degrees of flexion
 Elbow Straps positioned 1" below elbows and horizontal
 Wrist Crosses centered over wrists (see instructions on back)
 Handpiece positions accommodate contours of hands
 Blue Stripe against arms and "GivMohr" side of 4-Tab facing out
BLUE STRIPE
LATEX FREE
Step 1 Steps 3 and 4
XS (GMB-00)
S (GMB-10)
M (GMB-20)
L (GMB-30)
XL (GMB-40)
GivMohr Web Site:
LOT #917
GivMohr User Guide:
9/2017