Episode 4: Slabs, Casts, Splints

POP Slabs Casts and splintsWhat: Casts circumferential – static, reinforce compliance often splints – allow ROMWhy: General principles of immobilisationWhen: pre surgery, post surgery, protect structures, resting Protective positioningPOSI – position of safe immobilisation – when usedDorsal blockingSandwich slabsBackslabs / POPVolar / DorsalThumb Spica – Management of issuesTrouble shooting