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Substitute for cast

2018-08-17 07:56:48
I had an left ankle fracture abrasive over anterior aspect of Lt ankle. Doctor has advised me to use caste I don't want to have cast on my leg. Can anything substitute cast. Which can be removed when needed
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You can try AIRCAST or AIRBOOT..which is essentially a removable device. This is a substitute for a below knee case but ideally this unit should not be removed frequently as it may affect healing.
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You can always remove the device for dressing which is not possible in a cast.

Answered2018-08-20 04:10:49

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No substitute for cast as you have a fracture, don't b irresponsible, take care of your body. You can go for a fibre glass plaster which is colored and light weight and smaller in size.

Answered2018-08-17 07:59:13

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