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3M
3M Scotchcast Plus Cast Tape, Water-Activated Resin, 3 in x 12 ft
A lightweight, strong and durable casting tape that combines the benefits of a fiberglass casting tape with the handling ease of plaster.Water-activated resin lets you control working time according to application needs High and early strength allows for...
As low as $12.97 -
McKesson
McKesson Padded Splint Roll, Water-Activated Resin, 5 in x 15 yd
Double-sided, stretchable polypropylene padding can be easily opened to cut for a custom fit.Center stitching of seven layers of fiberglass to maximize lamination No wrong side application Minimal water needed to activate Resealable clip helps preserve...
As low as $120.90 -
3M
3M Scotchcast Plus Cast Tape, Water-Activated Resin, 2 in x 12 ft
A lightweight, strong and durable casting tape that combines the benefits of a fiberglass casting tape with the handling ease of plaster.Water-activated resin lets you control working time according to application needs High and early strength allows for...
As low as $9.30 -
3M
3M Scotchcast Plus Red Cast Tape, Water-Activated Resin, 3 in x 12 ft
3M™ Scotchcast™ Plus is a lightweight, strong and durable casting tape that combines the benefits of a fiberglass casting tape with the handling ease of plaster.Water-activated resin lets you control working time according to application needs High and...
As low as $13.05 -
3M
3M Scotchcast Plus Green Cast Tape, Water-Activated Resin, 2 in x 12 ft
3M™ Scotchcast™ Plus is a lightweight, strong and durable casting tape that combines the benefits of a fiberglass casting tape with the handling ease of plaster.Water-activated resin lets you control working time according to application needs High and...
As low as $13.79 -
McKesson
McKesson Cast Tape 4 Inch X 12 Foot Fiberglass Black
Package Count: 10. McKesson casting tapes are made of synthetic fiberglass that offers excellent conformability with a nontacky resin. The water-activated resin allows the person applying tape to control the set time for a quick, simple cast application...
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Delta-Cast
Delta-Cast Prints Cast Tape 3 Inch X 12 Foot Polyester Multi-color
Package Count: 10. Delta-Cast Prints add personality and color to casts. In addition to helping relieve patient anxiety and making casts more enjoyable to wear, they are strong, lightweight and durable cast tapes. The patterns are colorfast and will not...
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McKesson
McKesson Leg Cast Cover 24 Inch Vinyl
Having to wear a cast or bandage is inconvenient enough: McKesson leg cast and bandage protector makes personal hygiene while healing less awkward by keeping casts and bandages dry during bathing and showering.Watertight design provides protection to...
$26.94 -
McKesson
McKesson Cast Tape 3 Inch X 12 Foot Fiberglass Green
Package Count: 10. McKesson casting tapes are made of synthetic fiberglass that offers excellent conformability with a nontacky resin. The water-activated resin allows the person applying tape to control the set time for a quick, simple cast application...
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McKesson
McKesson Cast Tape 3 Inch X 12 Foot Fiberglass Blue
Package Count: 10. McKesson casting tapes are made of synthetic fiberglass that offers excellent conformability with a nontacky resin. The water-activated resin allows the person applying tape to control the set time for a quick, simple cast application...
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3M
3M Scotchcast Quick Step Double Sided Felt Padded Splint, Water-Repellant
Breathable felt on both sides of this padded splint helps eliminate the risk of wrong-side application. Lightweight, low-profile construction means wearers can easily fit their splint under a sleeve or jacket.Water-repellant so water sheds off splint,...
As low as $65.96 -
Delta-Lite Plus
Delta-Lite Plus Casting Tape - Fiberglass, Resin Weight Bearing Cast Tape
Delta-Lite® Plus is our new fiberglass cast tape that combines fiberglass substrate and an advanced water activated polyurethane resin system which provides low tack properties The low tack properties allow easy application and molding using standard...
As low as $56.69
Splint & Cast Bandages
Splint and Cast Supplies
Cast vs. Splint
Unsure about the difference between a cast and splint?
A cast surrounds an injury, like a broken bone or sprain, to support and immobilize it as it heals. Casts consist of fiberglass or plaster, and application and removal are done in a doctor’s office.
A splint, on the other hand, is used more often on fractures, tendon injuries, and other soft-tissue injuries. Instead of surrounding the injured area like a cast, the splint supports the joint or injury on one side. It is usually more temporary than a cast. Some splints and splint materials are available over the counter, such as finger splints or arm slings.
Cast and Splint Materials
There are a variety of cast and splint materials to choose from. Fiberglass casts are light, breathe well, and are more desirable if the injured area needs to be X-rayed during the healing process. The material is more malleable, so it's better for awkward angles, too. Plaster takes longer to dry and set, whereas fiberglass sets pretty quickly.
Splints can also be made of fiberglass, or, in the case of finger splints, thin, pliable metal. They can also be made of fabric, like arm slings.
Both fiberglass and plaster casting materials should be kept dry. A wet plaster cast can dissolve, irritate the skin underneath, and in the worst cases, even break. A fiberglass cast or splint is technically waterproof, but the padding underneath is not, so it is best to keep them dry as well. Shower rather than taking baths, and wear a protective plastic sleeve or bag to protect the wounded area.
Cast Padding
Before applying a cast, cast padding is often used to cover the skin. Made of polyester or cotton, padding is often doubled up to pad sensitive areas like joint and bone protrusions such as wrists, ankles, and elbows to prevent rubbing and irritation once the cast has been applied.
In the case of an open wound or compromised skin under the cast surface, sterile cast padding is used. Non-sterile cast padding works well for standard casting applications. Cast padding is available in multiple sized packages, depending on whether you will need to apply a single cast or use it for several instances of casting.
Casting Tape and Plaster Bandages
Fiberglass casting tape actually makes up a fiberglass cast and comes in a variety of colors. At least two layers of fiberglass tape are needed to form a cast, so choose how much casting tape you need by the size and area the cast will cover. Not only is fiberglass lighter, more durable, and breathable than plaster, X-rays of the area are also possible without removing the cast.
Plaster cast bandages are heavier and denser than fiberglass. They are extremely durable and cheaper, and are often used for leg and arm casts that need to stay on for a longer period of time before being removed.
Splint Roll Fiberglass
Splint roll fiberglass shares characteristics with fiberglass casting tape, but it is designed for creating splints rather than casts. It generally incorporates some padding, is reversible, and requires only a small amount of water to activate the hardening process.
Never apply a cast without the direct supervision and direction of a medical professional. While temporary splints can be applied in a field situation, more permanent support should be applied by a medical or training professional as soon as possible following the injury.
Be sure to watch the area for swelling, report any numbness or lack of sensation, coldness, or discoloration. Never use any object to scratch under the cast. It can affect the integrity of the skin and even cause serious infection, and compromise healing.
Cast vs. Splint
Unsure about the difference between a cast and splint?
A cast surrounds an injury, like a broken bone or sprain, to support and immobilize it as it heals. Casts consist of fiberglass or plaster, and application and removal are done in a doctor’s office.
A splint, on the other hand, is used more often on fractures, tendon injuries, and other soft-tissue injuries. Instead of surrounding the injured area like a cast, the splint supports the joint or injury on one side. It is usually more temporary than a cast. Some splints and splint materials are available over the counter, such as finger splints or arm slings.
Cast and Splint Materials
There are a variety of cast and splint materials to choose from. Fiberglass casts are light, breathe well, and are more desirable if the injured area needs to be X-rayed during the healing process. The material is more malleable, so it's better for awkward angles, too. Plaster takes longer to dry and set, whereas fiberglass sets pretty quickly.
Splints can also be made of fiberglass, or, in the case of finger splints, thin, pliable metal. They can also be made of fabric, like arm slings.
Both fiberglass and plaster casting materials should be kept dry. A wet plaster cast can dissolve, irritate the skin underneath, and in the worst cases, even break. A fiberglass cast or splint is technically waterproof, but the padding underneath is not, so it is best to keep them dry as well. Shower rather than taking baths, and wear a protective plastic sleeve or bag to protect the wounded area.
Cast Padding
Before applying a cast, cast padding is often used to cover the skin. Made of polyester or cotton, padding is often doubled up to pad sensitive areas like joint and bone protrusions such as wrists, ankles, and elbows to prevent rubbing and irritation once the cast has been applied.
In the case of an open wound or compromised skin under the cast surface, sterile cast padding is used. Non-sterile cast padding works well for standard casting applications. Cast padding is available in multiple sized packages, depending on whether you will need to apply a single cast or use it for several instances of casting.
Casting Tape and Plaster Bandages
Fiberglass casting tape actually makes up a fiberglass cast and comes in a variety of colors. At least two layers of fiberglass tape are needed to form a cast, so choose how much casting tape you need by the size and area the cast will cover. Not only is fiberglass lighter, more durable, and breathable than plaster, X-rays of the area are also possible without removing the cast.
Plaster cast bandages are heavier and denser than fiberglass. They are extremely durable and cheaper, and are often used for leg and arm casts that need to stay on for a longer period of time before being removed.
Splint Roll Fiberglass
Splint roll fiberglass shares characteristics with fiberglass casting tape, but it is designed for creating splints rather than casts. It generally incorporates some padding, is reversible, and requires only a small amount of water to activate the hardening process.
Never apply a cast without the direct supervision and direction of a medical professional. While temporary splints can be applied in a field situation, more permanent support should be applied by a medical or training professional as soon as possible following the injury.
Be sure to watch the area for swelling, report any numbness or lack of sensation, coldness, or discoloration. Never use any object to scratch under the cast. It can affect the integrity of the skin and even cause serious infection, and compromise healing.