Orthopedicsplints and castsare orthopedic therapeutic devices used to support and protectinjured bones and tendons. Splints and casts are typically made fromplaster or fiberglass and may be molded into the appropriate shape ofinjured legs or arms. The casts are primarily designed to give addedfunctional support to severe fractures and other soft tissueinjuries, enabling increased flexibility and movement with minimalpartial mobility, as well as longer, more even healing with asemi-rigid structure.
Whenan injury results in a deformed cast or splint, many doctors preferthe use of orthopedic splints instead of traditional braces tocorrect the problem. Depending on the severity of the injury, it mayalso be possible to use orthopedic braces instead of a cast. Thesebraces are similar to cast braces, although they can be molded to fitthe exact shape of the wearer's arm. While braces are generally wornfor extended periods of time, orthopedic splints need to be worn onlywhile the patient is under anesthesia.
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