The Difference between Polymer Casting Tape and Polymer Splint

The main differences between Polymer Casting Tape and Polymer Splints lie in the using method, application stage and fixation effect:

Using method: Polymer splint usually needs to be soaked in warm water and then applied directly to the affected area, and then fixed with gauze bandage or elastic bandage. It is easy to operate and has strong plasticity; while polymer Casting Tape needs to be soaked into 20-30°C water, squeezed out excess water, and then doctors or professionals put a cotton stockinette to cover on the injured area and wrap the tapes to the fixed area in 4-5 layers, and shape it as needed.

Applicable stage: Polymer splints are mainly used for temporary fixation after fractures to facilitate postoperative care and dressing changes; while polymer Casting Tapes are used for long-term fixation during later recovery.

Fixation effect: The strength of polymer splints is much higher than that of traditional Plaster Bandages, which can provide more reliable fixation effects and effectively prevent the fracture site from shifting again. It is also light weight, has good air permeability, and is X-ray transparent, which improves patient comfort and convenience of treatment monitoring. Meanwhile, polymer casting tapes also have the advantages of light weight, high hardness, good air permeability, good waterproofness, and X-ray transparency. Moreover, their main advantage is that they have strong plasticity and can be wrapped and fixed in appropriate sizes according to different parts.

In summary, polymer Casting Tape and polymer splints have their own characteristics, and doctors will choose the appropriate fixation method according to patient's specific situation and treatment needs.