Question
My mom pulled a muscle in her arm/shoulder..would you recommend a shoulder wrap, a sling or an arm brace? Mom also keeps saying she feels like the bone is falling further and further down.

Answer
Hi Susan,

Based on what you are telling me, a sling would be appropriate at this time. But more importantly, you need to take her to the orthopedist who can evaluate and xray her to determine if there is structural damage. A feeling of bone falling out needs to be evaluated immediately to rule out pathology. It may be the bone and/or it may be the soft tissue (ligaments, muscles, capsule) that is damaged.