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Broken is a drama series starring Sean Bean as Father Michael, a priest who counsels and confesses to his parishioners in a modern and flawed urban parish. The series won a BAFTA award and has 8.1/10 rating on IMDb.
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Casts hold an injured part of your body in place, especially while you’re healing after a bone fracture. They’re either fiberglass or plaster. You may need surgery to realign your bone before a healthcare provider puts a cast on.
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What happens before a cast is applied?
Before a healthcare provider puts a cast on your body around the broken bone, they’ll examine your injuries. They’ll also set (realign) your bone to make sure it heals back together correctly. Depending on which type of fracture you experience, you might need a closed reduction or surgery to set your bone. During a closed reduction, your provider will physically push and pull your body on the outside to line up your broken bones on the inside. They’ll give you a type of anesthesia to make sure you don’t feel pain during the closed reduction. The most severe fractures need surgery. The most common type of bone fracture surgery is internal fixation. Your surgeon will insert pieces of metal into your bone to hold it in place while it heals. They’ll give you general anesthesia so you sleep through the surgery. Your provider will put a cast on once they’ve set your bone and it’s safe to immobilize it.
How is a cast applied?
A healthcare provider will apply a cast to your body in layers: They’ll put a layer of soft, stretchy fabric called a stockinette on your body around the broken bone. Next, they’ll roll cotton or another soft padding over the stockinette. The padding and stockinette put light, constant pressure on the area to help it heal and prevent swelling. Fiberglass and plaster both come in rolls of strips. Your provider will moisten the strips and lay them around your body. They’ll keep layering fiberglass or plaster strips around the fracture until they’ve completed the cast.
What happens after a cast has dried?
For the first few days after you get a cast, you should: Elevate the cast as often as you can. You can prop the cast up on couch cushions or pillows for extra support. Ice the cast to prevent swelling. Make sure the ice or ice packs don’t drip or sweat on the cast. Put ice in a sealed bag and wrap it in towels to prevent moisture from getting in or on your cast. Move your fingers or toes if you have a cast on your arm or leg. Your provider will tell you how often to move to prevent stiffness. Care at Cleveland Clinic Get Orthopaedic Care Make an Appointment
What are the benefits of having a cast?
Casts are usually the best way to protect a bone while it heals after a fracture. They’re extremely safe and effective. Once your bone has healed, it’s quick and easy to remove a cast. Follow your provider’s instructions about which activities you can do, and what you should avoid while you have a cast. Advertisement
What are the risks of wearing a cast?
Casts have very few risks. The most serious complications can include: Skin. Pressure sores. Compartment syndrome. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Infections.
How long do you have to wear a cast?
It depends on which type of fracture you have and where the broken bone is. Most people need to wear a cast for six to eight weeks. It might take more or less time depending on how quickly your bone heals.
How can I take care of a cast?
The best way to prevent complications while you’re wearing a cast is to take good care of it: Don’t put too much weight or pressure on the cast. If the cast is on your leg or foot, make sure it has hardened completely before walking on it. Your provider will tell you when it’s safe to use that leg and will show you how to move or walk safely. If you need them, they’ll show you how to use crutches. Avoid getting the cast wet or damp. Your provider will show you how to cover the cast in plastic wrap or special plastic guards while you’re bathing. Don’t submerge the cast in water. Avoid splashing the cast with water as much as possible. Don’t stick anything into your cast. Your skin might itch, but never stick anything like a coat hanger or back scratcher into your cast. Don’t use skin care products, lotions or baby powder on, in or near your cast. Talk to your provider if you’re experiencing severe itching. Don’t get the cast dirty. Avoid dirt, dust and sand while you’re wearing the cast. Anything that gets in it can irritate your skin. Never try to remove the cast yourself. Don’t take the cast off yourself, and don’t try to peel or break pieces off it. Talk to your provider if the cast seems like it’s peeling, cracking or coming loose on its own.
How is a cast removed?
Your provider will remove the cast with a special saw. A cast saw has a blade that cuts through the cast, but it’s not sharp enough to hurt your skin underneath. Your provider will cut the cast in several places, usually along both sides. Then, they’ll spread and open the cast and lift it off. They’ll use scissors to cut through the protective padding and stockinette layers. Never try to remove the cast at home. Only a trained healthcare provider can safely remove a cast.
What should I do if my cast hurts?
Contact your provider right away if your cast hurts, especially if the pain is getting worse. Talk to your provider if you notice any of the following changes: Skin discoloration around the cast (above or below it). Severe itching. A bad odor. The cast is cracking, breaking or feels soft anywhere. A note from Cleveland Clinic Breaking a bone can go from a shocking, scary experience to a frustrating one when you have to wear a cast for what feels like way too long. Casts can be annoying (and itchy!), but they’re the best way to make sure your bone is safe and stable while it heals. Talk to your healthcare provider about what you can and can’t do while you’re wearing a cast. They’ll let you know how to bathe, move and exercise to make sure you heal correctly and as fast as possible. Medically Reviewed Last reviewed by a Cleveland Clinic medical professional on 08/11/2023. Learn more about our editorial process.
Learn about casts, devices that hold a broken bone in place while it heals. Find out how to get a cast, how long to wear it, and how to take care of it.
The film stars Tim Roth, Cillian Murphy, and Eloise Laurence, with Rory Kinnear, Robert Emms, Zana Marjanović, Clare Burt, Bill Milner, and Denis Lawson in supporting roles. It tells the story of a young girl in North London whose life changes after witnessing a violent attack.
Broken (TV Series 2017– ) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
Oct 29, 2018 · Learn about the different types of casts and splints used to treat broken bones and injured joints or tendons. Compare the pros and cons of plaster, synthetic, and fiberglass casts, and how they differ from splints.
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Cast Main. Sean Bean as Father Michael Kerrigan; Adrian Dunbar as Father Peter Flaherty; Anna Friel as Christina Fitzsimmons; Muna Otaru as Helen Oyenusi; Mark Stanley as PC Andrew Powell; Aisling Loftus as PC Dawn Morris; Paula Malcomson as Roz Demichelis; Ned Dennehy as Karl McKenna; Danny Sapani as Daniel Martin; Supporting
Feb 14, 2024 · Fractures & Broken Bones. Signs That There May Be a Problem With Your Cast. By Jonathan Cluett, MD. Updated on February 14, 2024. Medically reviewed by Cara Beth Lee, MD. Fact checked by Maddy Simpson. Print. Table of Contents. Skin Maceration. Pressure Sores. Compartment Syndrome. When to Call a Doctor. Frequently Asked Questions.
