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Create durable, lightweight immobilisation with our casting tape, designed for effective support and patient comfort. Quick-setting and easy to apply, it conforms closely to body contours for optimal fit. Ideal for fractures, splints, and orthopaedic use.

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Orthopaedic Casting Tape for Fracture and Splint Immobilisation

Casting tape is used in orthopaedic and emergency settings to immobilise fractures, support splints, and provide firm, shaped protection during the healing process. Unlike traditional plaster of Paris, modern casting tape is lighter and sets more quickly, which can improve both the application experience and patient comfort during wear.

Our range includes fibreglass-based soft cast casting tape from 3M, a trusted name in orthopaedic casting materials. Fibreglass casting tape offers a strong, durable alternative to plaster casts, with a lighter finished weight that patients generally find more manageable over extended periods of immobilisation. It conforms well to body contours during application, helping to achieve a close, comfortable fit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the primary differences between fibreglass and polyester casting tape?

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Fibreglass casting tape is exceptionally lightweight and offers superior strength and durability for long-term immobilisation. Polyester casting tape provides a similar level of support but is often preferred for its slightly higher flexibility during application which allows for better contouring around complex joint shapes.

How long does it take for this casting tape to fully set?

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Setting times vary by product. Typically, casting tape begins to gel within three to five minutes after immersion in water and becomes weight-bearing in approximately twenty minutes. Please double-check the product details for more information.