Orthopedic cast

Image:PIC 01955 CASTING PT XX.jpg A cast is a shell, frequently made from plaster, encasing a limb(or, in some cases, large portions of the body) to hold a broken bone(or bones) in place until it has healed.

Real plaster bandages contain plaster of paris, which hardens out after it has been made wet due to a chemical reaction. Nowadays fiberglassis often used instead of plaster as it is lighter and dries faster. However, real plaster can be more easily moulded to make a snug and therefore more comfortable fit. In addition, real plaster is much smoother and does not snag clothing or abrade the skin. Plaster casts are generally made available only to patients who insist on them because they take more time to apply.de:Gipsverband nl:Gipsverband

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