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A member asked:
What happens if an orthopedic casting has some cracks?
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Break/skin problems: If a cast is cracking, then it could lose its effectiveness. The cast is designed to rigidly hold the bone in place while a fracture or injury heals. Furthermore, if it cracks and bends it can cause pressure on the skin and potentially cause skin ulceration.
Answered 5/23/2015
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May need to replace: Cracks in a cast may decrease its effectiveness. Have it evaluated as it may need to be replaced.
Answered 9/28/2016
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