Arm Slings - A Beginner's Guide

If you break a bone in your arm, it could take a while for you to adjust.  This isn’t just because of the amount of time it may take for the injury to heal, but also because of how much you are going to need to protect it during recovery.

For example, you should always make sure you keep any casts fully covered to avoid getting them wet or damaged.  That could result in you causing infection to your wounds!  What’s more, dust and debris can also get into your casts.  The best idea is, of course, to cover things up.

Arm slings, therefore, offer you a fantastic way to keep things clean and clear, while looking fantastic. If you’ve never considered a stylish arm sling before, now is a good time to learn a bit more about them!

Why Buy a Designer Arm Sling?

Here at Cast Covers, we don't just offer covers for leg casts or waterproof coverings for simple injuries.  We also supply comfortable, stylish slings for arm injuries, too.  If you need to cover up or support an arm cast to protect against foreign bodies or further injury, consider getting a sling.  These will help to support your healing, as well as to help keep things as comfortable as possible.

You may also want to purchase protection if you need to continue working while injured.  Doing so will enable you to uphold a professional look while keeping your cast clean.  What’s more, arm slings from Cast Covers are easy to wash and maintain and come in a fantastic series of colours and styles.

Measuring for a Cover

Before buying an arm sling, make sure you carefully take measurements.  Ideally, you should measure from your elbow to the base of your little finger.  We supply products such as Arm Slings which come in various sizes based on these measurements!  Many of our products are available in small, medium and large, meaning there’s room for everyone.

Cover and Secure

Once you’ve decided which sling is best for you, it’s time to put it to good use.  When yours is delivered, make sure to ask for help in putting in on.  It can be challenging to do with one hand!

Carefully insert your cast through the sling.  The seam should be at the back of your arm, as this is in place to stop you from slipping out.  Once you’re in, fasten the cover in to place with the handy Velcro straps, which can loosen and tighten as you require.  Our Arm Sling range, for example, comes with a variety of safety strappings.  You can strap these to different angles, depending on what is comfortable for you.

Looking After Your Sling

As well as looking after your arm, you should look after your sling!  All our slings are well-made and are highly durable.  Our range of arm slings is also machine-washable, which means you should occasionally clean them to prevent staining and marks.  Do make sure to remove and store your sling carefully when not in use.

Choosing the Best Covers

Selecting the best arm sling for your needs can be difficult!  However, our range of fantastic looks and fits should help you narrow down your search.  Why not look through our catalogue, or contact us for more information?

Further Support and Guidance

Please note that the above guide is advisory only and should not replace any medical support or guidance.  We recommend asking any questions you may have regarding your cast and injury during consultations.  Do always take care with your cast, and never over-exert yourself.

About Heather Gatland

Chief Cast Cover Checker at Cast Covers NZ

After finding that Waterproof Cast Covers made life with a leg cast so much easier for showering and swimming, Heather wanted to help others to also have an easier recovery. So after extensively researching and extensively testing Cast Cover brands worldwide, Heather founded Cast Covers NZ in 2015. With her 5 years of “hands-on” experience working with medical professionals, hospitals, extensive business experience and Chartered Accountant qualification, Heather knows all the ins and outs of the Cast Covers market. Heather’s goal of helping kiwis, like herself has come true. Heather still loves researching and sharing her findings on the Cast Covers blog as well as enjoys supporting customers in getting back to feeling happy and active during their recovery.

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