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Keeping Plaster Casts Dry: What Works?

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posted on 2023-06-08, 00:53 authored by Dominic M Nielsen, Lionel G Ripley, David M Ricketts
Plaster casts are commonly used in the management of fractures. The mechanical properties of plasters are adversely affected by water. There are a number of commercial products available to allow patients to continue to shower and swim by protecting the plaster. The aim of this study was to compare these products with a plastic bag and elastic band. Each protector was tested in a shower, immersed in a swimming pool and worn while swimming. The volume of water intrusion was measured. There was no significant difference between a plastic bag and the commercially available products.

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  • Published

Journal

Injury, International Journal of Care of the Injured

ISSN

0020-1383

Issue

1

Volume

36

Page range

73-74

Pages

1.0

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  • Engineering and Design Publications

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  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2012-02-06

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