AAOE Casting, Splinting and Soft Goods Program-Casting - Short Leg Walking Cast with Toe Plate

Casting - Short Leg Walking Cast with Toe Plate

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Video Summary

The video demonstrates how to apply a short leg cast with toe plate. Wrap cast padding from the forefoot to the toes, adding extra padding at the toes and end of the cast. Continue wrapping up towards the knee with 50-50 coverage. Place double-layer strips of padding over the tibia and under the foot, and a triple-layer strip at the back of the heel. Apply fiberglass layers, starting at the foot and moving towards the ankle, being careful not to wrap the outer layers tighter than the inner layers. Mold the cast while the fiberglass dries, paying attention to the arch of the foot and avoiding pulling on the toes. Use a splint and additional fiberglass to secure the heel and toes. Finish the cast with a final layer of fiberglass or colored roll. To remove the cast, draw lines on both sides for guidance.

Keywords

short leg cast

toe plate

cast padding

fiberglass layers

cast removal