Reinforcing a spica cast with a fiberglass bar

Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 2015 Nov;44(11):E423-6.

Abstract

Hip spica casting is used in the treatment of femur fractures and hip dysplasia in children 1 to 6 years old. A bar connecting the legs of the cast has been shown to improve cast integrity and assist in patient transport. We present a simple and low-cost technique that can be used to create a connecting bar and that can be performed with readily available casting materials.

MeSH terms

  • Casts, Surgical*
  • Child, Preschool
  • Female
  • Femoral Fractures / surgery*
  • Glass
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Splints*
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • fiberglass