DJO DONJOY Sully Shoulder Stabilizer User Guide

: June 6, 2024
: DJO

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APPLICATION INFORMATION:
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DJO DONJOY Sully Shoulder Stabilizer User Guide

BEFORE USING THE DEVICE, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY. CORRECT APPLICATION IS VITAL TO THE PROPER FUNCTIONING OF THE DEVICE.

INTENDED USER PROFILE: The intended user should be a licensed medical professional, the patient or the patient’s caregiver. The user should be able to read, understand and be physically capable of performing the directions, warnings and cautions in the information for use.
INTENDED USE/INDICATIONS: Help reduce and minimize further injury to an already existing shoulder injury.
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: Providing immobilization or controlled movement of the limb or body segment.
CONTRAINDICATIONS: None
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:

If you have skin disorders/injuries in the relevant part of the body, the product should be fitted and worn only after consultation with a medical professional.
Do not use over open wounds.
If pain, swelling, changes in sensation or other unusual reactions occur while using this product, you should contact your doctor immediately.
Do not use this device if it was damaged and/or packaging has been opened.
NOTE: Contact manufacturer and competent authority in case of a serious incident arising due to usage of this device.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Applying the Sully

Place the involved arm in the sleeve of the Sully. Attach the Velcro® strap snugly just above the elbow.
Hold the garment in place while the athlete pushes the arm down into the Sully to assure good contact between the neoprene and the skin.
Close the garment using the Velcro closure under the opposite arm to provide a comfortable but snug fit.

Anterior instabilities

A. Attach the fixed Velcro end of the bifurcated (split) strap to the aspect of the involved arm. Pull the lower strap (A) under the axilla, behind the back and over the opposite shoulder. Cut strap to length and secure with Velcro closure.
B. Put the upper portion of the bifurcated strap (B) under the axilla, behind the back and around to the front of the body. Cut strap to length and secure with Velcro closure. Check for desired levels of mobility and stability. Adjust straps as needed.

Multi-directional instabilities

A1. Attach the fixed Velcro end of one 4” strap (A1) to the medial and posterior aspect of the involved arm. Pull the strap superiorly just distal to the acromion process. Bring the strap across the chest then around to the back. Cut strap to length and secure with Velcro closure.
B1. Attach the fixed Velcro end of the second 4” strap (B1) to the medial and anterior aspect of the arm. Pull the strap superiorly and laterally just distal to the acromion process. Bring the strap across the back then around to the front of the chest. Cut strap to length and secure with Velcro closure. Check for desired levels of mobility and stability. Adjust straps as needed.

Inferior instabilities

A2. Attach the fixed Velcro end of one 4” strap (A2) to the medial and posterior aspect of the arm. Spiral the strap around to the front of the arm, then under the axilla. Bring the strap up and over the acromioclavicular joint. Bring the strap across the chest then around to the back. Cut strap to length and secure with Velcro closure.
B2. Attach the fixed Velcro and of the second 4” strap (B2) to the medial and anterior aspect of the arm. Spiral the strap around to the back of the arm, then under the axilla. Pull the strap up and over the acromioclavicular joint. Bring the strap across the back then around to the front of the body. Cut strap to length and secure with Velcro closure. Check for desired levels of mobility and stability. Adjust straps as needed.

Posterior/Rotator cuff deceleration

A3. Position the athlete’s arm in an externally rotated position. Attach the fixed Velcro end of one 4” strap to the posterior aspect of the athlete’s arm. Pull the strap up and over the acromioclavicular joint. Bring the strap across the back, then around to the front of the body. Cut strap to length and secure with Velcro closure. Check for desired levels of mobility and stability. Adjust straps as needed.

Muscle strains (pectoral, etc.)

A4. Attach the fixed Velcro end of one 4” strap to the medial and posterior aspect of the involved arm. Pull the strap superiorly just distal to the acromion process. Bring the strap across the chest then around to the back. Cut strap to length and secure with Velcro closure. Check for desired levels of mobility and stability. Adjust straps as needed.

Shoulder separations

A5. Position the foam pad over the acromioclavicular joint. Adjust straps as needed. Use any of the wraps as shown to enhance stability.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS: Hand wash and air dry.
WARRANTY: DJO, LLC will repair or replace all or part of the unit and its accessories for material or workmanship defects for a period of six months from the date of sale.
FOR SINGLE PATIENT USE ONLY

NOT MADE WITH NATURAL RUBBER LATEX.

NOTICE: WHILE EVERY EFFORT HAS BEEN MADE IN STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNIQUES TO OBTAIN THE MAXIMUM COMPATIBILITY OF FUNCTION, STRENGTH, DURABILITY ANDCOMFORT, THERE IS NO GUARANTEE THAT INJURY WILL BE PREVENTED THROUGH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

Sully® Shoulder Stabilizer