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New splinting materials.

R Wytch, C Mitchell, I K Ritchie

    Prosthetics and Orthotics International
    |April 1, 1987
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    Plaster of Paris (P.o.P.) bandages have dominated fracture management for over 150 years. New polyurethane-coated fiberglass bandages offer a strong alternative, potentially challenging P.o.P.

    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedics
    • Biomaterials Science
    • Medical Devices

    Background:

    • Plaster of Paris (P.o.P.) bandages have been the standard for external fracture splinting for over 150 years.
    • Despite various synthetic alternatives, none have significantly displaced P.o.P. in fracture management.
    • Recent advancements include polyurethane-coated fiberglass bandages, presenting a notable challenge to P.o.P.'s dominance.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review existing bandage-type splinting materials.
    • To introduce and explain the properties of polyurethane (PU) coated fiberglass bandages.
    • To assess the potential of PU bandages as a viable alternative to P.o.P.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of external splinting materials.
    • Technical description of polyurethane-coated fiberglass bandage properties.

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  • Comparative analysis of P.o.P. and PU bandage characteristics.

    • Main Results:

    • P.o.P. remains the dominant material despite its limitations.
    • Polyurethane-coated fiberglass bandages demonstrate promising properties.
    • These new materials represent a more significant challenge to P.o.P. than previous alternatives.

    Conclusions:

    • Polyurethane-coated fiberglass bandages are emerging as a strong contender in external splinting.
    • Further evaluation of PU bandage properties is warranted.
    • The landscape of fracture management materials may be shifting.