Shoulder / arm VFC

Clavicle fracture

Check skin integrity. Broad arm sling

On-line referral to VFC. Refer to Ortho on-call if skin compromised

Broad arm sling

On-line referral to VFC if grade 3+

For simple dislocations - Reduce. Broad arm sling, repeat XR.
For dislocations with fracture - CT shoulder and keep patient fasted

For simple dislocations - On-line referral to VFC.
For complex dislocations - refer to ortho on-call

Broad arm sling

On-line referral to VFC (MTW minor injuries unit can refer to MSK review clinic)

Collar and cuff

On-line referral to VFC

Humeral brace (from Plaster room). Check neurological status before and after application of brace.

On-line referral to VFC