An orthopedic cast, or simply cast, is a shell, frequently made from plaster or fiberglass, that encases a limb (or, in some cases, large portions of...
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framework. Forms of plaster have several other uses. In medicine, plaster orthopedic casts are still often used for supporting set broken bones. In dentistry...
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earthworms Cast of the eye, a condition in which the eyes do not properly align with each other when looking at an object Orthopedic cast, a protective...
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A hip spica cast is a sort of orthopedic cast used to immobilize the hip or thigh. It is used to facilitate healing of injured hip joints or of fractured...
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A cast saw is an oscillating saw used to remove orthopedic casts. Instead of a rotating blade, cast saws use a sharp, small-toothed blade rapidly oscillating...
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period during which crutches are usually required to aid mobility. An orthopedic cast is much less common today as newer, more stable procedures and better...
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Orthopedic surgery or orthopedics (alternative spelling orthopaedics) is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal...
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The Diamond Arm (section Cast)
news item about Swiss smugglers who tried to transport jewels in an orthopedic cast. The boss of a black market ring (known only as "The Chief") wants...
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(metalworking). Casting may also refer to: Casting, forming a protective orthopedic cast Casting, a process in sculpture of converting plastic materials into...
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Vega. During the match, Hart wore an orthopedic cast on his left arm. The match ended when Hart hit Vega with his cast then applied the Sharpshooter, defeating...
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Orthotics (redirect from Brace (orthopedic))
braces Orthotic horseshoes Neuromechanics of orthoses Cervical collar Orthopedic cast Back brace Pet orthotics The dictionary definition of calipers at Wiktionary...
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suggested as a helpful diagnostic tool. Treatment consist of a long leg orthopedic cast for several weeks. The condition was initially recognised by Dunbar...
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prostatic massage), auscultation, medical devices (such as orthopedic casts and orthopedic braces; see also "abasiophilia"), dental objects (such as dental...
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oscillating multitool whose patent expired in 2008 Cast saw, an oscillating power tool used to remove orthopedic casts Die grinder, a rotary multi-tool (sometimes...
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quadriceps, hamstring and gastrocnemius muscles. Bracing or use of an orthopedic cast to enforce joint immobilization is rarely required and does not necessarily...
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pools, hot tubs, septic tanks, water tanks, roofing, pipes, cladding, orthopedic casts, surfboards, and external door skins. Other common names for fiberglass...
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encountered from driving, flying, bed rest/hospitalization, or having an orthopedic cast. Recommendations by clinicians to reduce venous stasis and DVT/PE often...
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physicians and staff. ER featured a large ensemble cast that changed dramatically over its long run. The main cast was augmented by a wealth of recurring characters...
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especially those who use orthopaedic appliances such as leg braces, orthopedic casts, or wheelchairs. The term abasiophilia was first used by John Money...
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Alfred Pennyworth treats his injuries. Bedridden and encased in an orthopedic cast, he begins the slow process of recovery and to plan for another match...
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as a senior orthopedic resident, as a love-interest for intern George O'Malley (T. R. Knight). Eventually becoming an attending orthopedic surgeon, the...
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tibial fractures in children, there is an increasing trend of using orthopedic cast rather than external fixation. Bone grafting is also helpful in fracture...
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Gips (song) (section Music video cast)
"Gips" (ギブス, Gibusu, "Orthopedic cast") is Japanese singer Ringo Sheena's 5th single and it was released on January 26, 2000, by Toshiba EMI / Virgin...
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who operated on the "patient" by putting the patient's "foot" in an orthopedic cast and applying restraints on the "patient", tying him on a surgical bed...
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video compression technology and broadcast systems Minerva cast, a type of orthopedic cast enclosing the patient's trunk and head A brand name of co-cyprindiol...
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inside the splint to mold around the injured body part similar to an orthopedic cast. Vacuum splints are primarily used by paramedics to splint trauma-related...
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bony fragments must be re-aligned to their normal anatomical position. Orthopedic surgery attempts to recreate the normal anatomy of the fractured bone...
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who operated on the "patient" by putting the patient's "foot" in an orthopedic cast and applying restraints on the "patient", tying him on a surgical bed...
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Walking boot (category Orthopedic treatment)
provide the same degree of immobility that an orthopedic cast offers, they have some advantages. Unlike casts, they are adjustable and reusable, and fully...
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it to relax. Orthopedic casts are not advised as there could be pain if unrelaxed muscles are still trying to spasm out against the cast. Other solutions...
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