Optimal Timing for Safe Bivalving of Fiberglass Casts Is Before the Exothermic Peak
Unlike plaster, fiberglass casts cut before exothermically peaking were associated with less downward force, faster bivalve times, and decreased spread force without increased blade temperature or skin contacts. This suggests that fiberglass casts can be bivalved markedly earlier without increased risk of injury.
Authors
- Jay J. Byrd (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1974-5849)
- Matthew A. Halanski (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7481-2111)
- Jill E. Larson (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2414-2209)
- Jennifer Shaw
- Annemarie K. Leonard
- Kaeli K. Samson
Institutions
- University of Nebraska Medical Center (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Published
- 2024-12-03
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5435/jaaos-d-24-00729
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Burn Injury Management and Outcomes
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.39