Modified Velpeau Sling Application for the Treatment of Fractures Around Shoulder in Infants

Conclusions: The modified Velpeau method is an effective way of treating fractures around the shoulder region in infants without underlying pathology. Several advantages such as accessibility of sling material, easy application, inexpensive material, and absence of skin-related complications make this an effective treatment. Level of Evidence: Level IV—therapeutic study.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Trauma Source Type: research