[Fixation casts in skiing-traūmatology].
Extensive experiences have shown that bandages of ultraviolet sensitive synthetic resin (LightCast II) offer important advantages compared to the conventional plaster cast. The special technique and details of procedure are described. The most important advantages are the light weight, water resistance (the patients can wash, shower and swim,), absolut stability is gained after 5--6 minutes under a ultraviolet lamp. Indications for the use of the fiberglass-cast are discussed.
D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000628:therapy*; D002370:Casts, Surgical / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D005592:Fracture Fixation; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012117:Resins, Synthetic; D012783:Shoulder Dislocation / Q000628:therapy; D012865:Skiing; D013124:Spinal Injuries / Q000628:therapy; D014458:Ulna Fractures / Q000628:therapy; D014466:Ultraviolet Rays
D012117:Resins, Synthetic
Der fixierende Verband in der Skitraumatologie