Benik's pediatric thermoplastic wrist supports were used in a study that showed splints were as effective as casts for certain types of arm fractures. In addition, parents and patients preferred and were more satisfied with the splints. The full study is available on the Canadian Medical Association Journal website:Cast Versus Splint Study.
The Benik W-312 Thermoplastic Wrist Support was used in the study as the alternative to casting the arm. Not just an ordinary wrist splint, the unique W-312 utilizes Benik's patented1 method of combining the exceptional support of a custom-molded thermoplastic panel with the comfort and aesthetics of a terry-lined neoprene support.
Upper extremity fracture orthosis, radius/ulnar, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Upper extremity fracture orthosis, wrist, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
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In addition to the effectiveness of Benik's splints in place of certain types of fractures, our thermoplastic splints are easily heated and molded to the patient, which can help reduce the time and personnel typically required to apply and set a cast.
The easily workable nature of the thermoplastic panel when heated allows the fit of the splint to be very fine-tuned to the size and shape of the patient. Standard pocket-and-stay-style splints oftentimes allow for too much movement and the stays do not lineup in the desired positions. Benik's single, complete-coverage thermoplastic panels eliminates these disparities in sizing and provides a custom fit with off-the-shelf convenience.
Using a splint in place of a cast is more hygenic, as the patient is able to easily remove and reapply the splint to bathe, and the splint itself may be laundered. The comfort and convenience of Benik's splints improves pateint compliance, and a variety of color options offers additional appeal to children.
Contact us to learn more about providing Benik's thermoplastic splints as an alternative to casting for your patients.
1. US Pat. No. 7597671