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- Apply the POP on top of the cotton wool padding from distal to proximal, without applying tension to the roll, overlapping each layer by 50%. Use the ‘figure of 8’ technique around joints and prevent wrinkling of the plaster by smoothing the layers down with your palm. Ensure immobilisation of the joints above and below the injury.
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Apr 22, 2014 · Plaster of Paris is the reliable proven solution for the immobilization of fractures. Smooth and creamy plaster formulas allow for ease of application, resulting in highly conformable...
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A complete plaster is applied using layers of appropriately-sized POP bandage. The plaster extends distally to the metacarpal heads and palmar flexor crease and proximally to just distal to the axillary crease. Excess plaster is trimmed to accommodate the thumb and fingers.
Plaster of Paris is hemihydrated calcium sulphate. On adding water it solidifies by an exothermic reaction into hydrated calcium sulphate. Backslab plaster of Paris casts are used as a treatment of fractures to immobilise the limb. Applying a back slab, as opposed to a full cast should allow for swelling of the limb.
Aug 28, 2015 · A tutorial on how to apply a Below Knee Cast using Plaster of Paris. Products Used in This Video: BeneCast Gold Plaster of Paris: http://benecaremedical.com/benecast-g......
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Plaster of Paris Plaster is the most commonly used casting material because of its ease of use. Immersion in water initiates an exothermic reaction in the plaster causing it to harden.
Hold the limb is in the correct position for approximately 5mins until the plaster hardens; Circumferential cast application. Immerse the first roll of fibreglass/plaster (still rolled) into the lukewarm water and hold it under until the bubbles stop; Drain until the drips stop (do not wring it out)
The correct application of plaster of Paris (POP) is a necessary skill for any clinician. It still has a definite place in managing orthopaedic injuries, even in the age of modern surgical advances. It is widely used pre-operatively for temporary immobilisation and stabilisation of fractures, post-operatively for protection of fixation and soft ...
