Orthopedic cast
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orthopedic-cast-174-19036721
title:
Orthopedic cast
text:
An orthopedic cast, or simply cast, is a shell, frequently made from plaster or fiberglass, that encases a limb to stabilize and hold anatomical structures—most often a broken bone, in place until healing is confirmed. It is similar in function to a splint. Plaster bandages consist of a cotton bandage that has been combined with plaster of paris, which hardens after it has been made wet. Plaster of Paris is calcined gypsum, ground to a fine powder by milling. When water is added, the more solubl
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wiki
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encyclopedia
description:
Medical aid for the treatment of bone fractures
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orthopedic_cast
date created:
2004-08-12T04:20:54Z
date modified:
2024-09-02T23:22:41Z
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