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Orthopedic cast - Wikipedia

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The Minerva cast and the Risser cast were formerly used to protect an injured spine or as part of the treatment for a spinal deformity (see scoliosis), but are seldom seen today. The Minerva cast includes the trunk of the body (sometimes extending down only so far as the rib cage) as well as the … See more

Cast Types and Care Instructions

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What is a cast? A cast holds a broken bone in place as it heals. Casts also help prevent or decrease muscle contractions, and are effective at providing immobilization. …

Splints & Casts for Bone Fractures or Injuries

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Cast For a Broke Bone: What Is It Made Of?

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Casts for broken bones are commonly made of plaster or fiberglass. While plaster is supportive, it is …

History of the Cast | Hankering for History

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The last cast in use before the invention of the modern cast was constructed of wax, cardboard, cloth, and parchment. This cast type, created by Ambroise …

Generations of Orthopedic Cast or Plaster - OrthoHeal

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2. 3D Printed Cast- 3D printed cast is totally breathable, lightweight,recyclable and washable, this type of cast of bones mimics the body’s trabecular. The small …

Cast care: Do's and don'ts - Mayo Clinic

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A cast can't do its job without proper care. Find out the basics of cast care, from keeping a cast clean to knowing when to call the doctor. By Mayo Clinic Staff. If your …

Medical Definition of Cast - MedicineNet

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Cast: 1) A protective shell of fiberglass, plastic, or plaster, and bandage that is molded to protect broken or fractured limb (s) as it heals. 2) An abnormal mass of dead …

Orthopedic Casting Techniques | Study.com

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A cast is a set of materials used to keep your broken bone immobilized - or unable to move out of the correct position while it heals. Casts provide immobilization both above …

CAST Med | CAST Schools

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CAST Med is located at Brooks on San Antonio’s South Side in a state-of-the-art facility that will support the students’ learning experience. With a focus on three …