Description

Cellacast® Soft by Lohmann & Rauscher is a specialized semi-rigid synthetic casting tape, expertly crafted for healthcare professionals. Its primary purpose is to provide functional immobilization for patients recovering from fractures, surgeries, or orthopedic corrections, as well as those managing joint, bone, ligament, and tendon injuries.

Key Benefits

• Functional Support: Offers semi-rigid immobilization that supports healing while allowing some functional movement. This design helps preserve muscle and tendon functionality, aiding in rehabilitation by reducing muscle atrophy and joint stiffness.
• Versatile Application: Typically used alongside a rigid splint, making it suitable for both adult and pediatric casts. It can be combined with Cellacast Xtra for enhanced stability.

Material Composition

• Fiberglass Fabric: Composed of approximately 60% knitted glass fibre, providing strength and flexibility.
• Polyurethane Resin: Impregnated with approximately 40% polyurethane prepolymer resin, ensuring durability and conformability.

Unique Features

• Air-Permeable and X-Ray Transparent: Ensures comfort and practicality during use.
• Highly Conformable: Diagonal and widthwise elasticity allows it to fit body contours seamlessly.
• Comfortable Edges: Soft, adaptive edges enhance patient comfort.
• Efficient Layering: Requires fewer layers for effective immobilization and can be trimmed before or after drying.

Application Instructions

• Preparation: Apply over a tubular padding bandage with gloves. Activate by dipping in water at 20–24°C (68–75°F).
• Application: Wrap in circular turns, overlapping each by half, with a moulding time of 2.5–3 minutes and a setting time of 4–5 minutes.
• Weight-Bearing: Becomes fully weight-bearing after 20–30 minutes. Not advisable for bathing.

Size and Color Options

• Sizes: Available in various sizes, including 7.5 cm x 3.6 m and 10 cm x 3.6 m.
• Colors: Comes in cream, blue, red, black, and purple.
• Packaging: Each roll is individually sealed in a foil pouch, typically supplied with 10 rolls per box.

Storage Guidelines

• Conditions: Store in a dry place at temperatures not exceeding 24°C (75°F). Protect from moisture.
• Shelf Life: Maintains a 2-year shelf life if packaging remains undamaged.

Safety Precautions

• Handling: Uncured material may cause skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. Use gloves and ensure adequate ventilation.
• Contact: Avoid direct skin contact before setting; clean any contact with alcohol or acetone.
• Hazardous Material: Contains isocyanates and Cumene, requiring careful handling and ground shipping only.

Disposal Instructions

• Environmental Compliance: Follow local guidelines. Allow resin to set before disposal. Suitable for incineration or landfill, producing minimal environmental impact.

Cellacast Soft is a reliable choice for medical professionals seeking a high-quality casting solution that combines functionality, comfort, and safety.