Hello Carole, The Donjoy Dura Soft Shoulder Wrap/Back Wrap can be used for both the shoulder and back. It is a 12x13 square ice pack that can be wrapped around and secured with 2 velcro straps. This is not to be used as a sling.
Edema is swelling of both legs from a buildup of extra fluid. Prolonged standing or sitting, especially in hot weather, can cause excess fluid to accumulate in the feet, ankles and lower legs. Tiny valves inside the veins of the legs can become weakened, causing a common problem called venous insufficiency.
Fluid in the Abdomen or Ascites. Ascites is the buildup of fluid in the space surrounding the organs in the abdomen. Cancer is one condition that causes ascites. Conditions other than cancer can also cause ascites. These include liver disease, blood clots, kidney disease, or heart failure. When ascites is caused by cancer, doctors call it malignant ascites.