Recommended areas of application:
- Combined bandages (splint-circular) in combination with a rigid polymer immobilization bandage Scotchcast ™ – functional method of immobilization in the treatment of fractures, orthopedic diseases and diabetic foot syndrome;
- Damage to the ligaments of extremities;
- External immobilization after immersed osteosynthesis (when indicated).
For functional stabilization a combination of materials Scotchcast ™ and Soft Sast is used, thus preserving muscle tone, reduce the risk of developing edema, muscle atrophy and joint stiffness. Scotchcast ™ provides stabilization in fracture, while Soft Sast allows controlled functional load supporting muscle tone of soft tissues and thus favors rapid rehabilitation of the patient.
Advantages of bandages combination Scotchcast ™ and Soft Cast:
- Does not require Cast Padding ™;
- The effect of “the muscle pump” is created during muscle activity by Scotchcast ™, which follows the contours of the limb;
- Additional comfort and reduced pain allows for early return to physical activity;
- Soft edge bands provide comfort to the patient;
- The patient can wear shoes during immobilization of lower limb;
- Easily removed with scissors.
