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Today's VeTerinary PracTice | January/February 2016 | tvpjournal.com PracTice To PracTice Peer reviewed 120 one- or 2-inch double-sided Velcro strips serve as a hobble strap to prevent abduction of the forelimbs (Figure 7). other shoulder stabilization devices include the shoulder spica stabilization vest (Figure 8) and Velpeau sling (Figure 9). Mechanics The shoulder stabilization system, which can be applied following arthroscopy while the patient is under anesthesia, limits abduction, fexion, and extension of the shoulder but allows for full weight bearing. Patients are able to bear weight immediately and adapt quickly to the device. a shoulder stabilization device can be worn continually for several months with minimal irritation and can be removed and reapplied easily for rehabilitation therapy. CARPAL & TARSAL INJURIES Indications carpal and tarsal devices have been used with both humans and dogs with hyperextension injuries, sprains and strains, and achilles tendon disruption. orthotic devices can be used for both nonsurgical management and to enhance postoperative management of these conditions. FIGURE 7. A shoulder stabilization system consists of removable, breathable neoprene/ polyester sleeves that are placed over the shoulders of the patient and attached securely with Velcro to each forelimb. One- or 2-inch double-sided Velcro strips serve as a hobble strap to prevent abduction of the limbs. FIGURE 8. Patient wearing shoulder spica stabilization vest. FIGURE 9. Patient wearing shoulder Velpeau sling. FIGURE 11. Patient that sustained a bilateral Achilles tendon rupture secondary to trauma wearing bilateral controlled, range-of-motion, hinged tarsal braces. FIGURE 10. Neoprene carpal support wrap with thermoplastic for additional support.