An orthopedic cast, commonly called simply a cast, is a form of medical treatment used to immobilize and support bones and soft tissue during healing after a fracture, surgery or severe injury. By restricting movement it stabilizes the affected area so bones, ligaments and tendons can align and heal properly, and while most often applied to the limbs, casts can also be used on the trunk, neck or other body parts in specific cases.
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An orthopedic cast or orthopaedic cast, commonly referred to simply as a cast, is a form of medical treatment used to immobilize and support bones and soft tissues during the healing process after fractures, surgeries, or severe injuries.
Treats: Scoliosis, EDF cast
An EDF (elongation, derotation, flexion) cast is a specialized orthopedic device used in the treatment of Infantile Idiopathic Scoliosis.
Treats: Sprain, Short arm casts
It is used to treat less severe injuries, such as wrist fractures, sprains, or carpal bone issues.
In Group: Splints, Casts, Orthoses and Prostheses, Introduction
An orthopedic cast or orthopaedic cast, commonly referred to simply as a cast, is a form of medical treatment used to immobilize and support bones and soft tissues during the healing process after fractures, surgeries, or severe injuries.
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