It traps in heat, dead skin and sweat from your body and this produces a great environment for bacteria to grow within your cast. A close friend of mine turned to using countless wet wipes as far under the cast as he could reach to try and tackle the smell, a solution that worked in short bursts. Other ideas included baking soda, perfume and removing moisture from the cast with a cool fan. Silver ion technology is already used in sports clothing and equipment to prevent the growth of odour causing bacteria and this same application may prevent this kind of build-up in casts.
What Not To Do…. Do not stick objects down the cast in attempts to ease an itch. If an object gets lost in the cast it may cause perforation to the underlying skin an introduce possible infections to the area. Do not pour lotion or oils down the cast to reduce itching or dry skin.
This will break down the padding inside the cast causing it to loosen and be ineffective. Do not alter the cast! Art work is fine, but attempting to loosen or modify pieces of the cast will cause weak spots and the cast will not be an effective tool in the healing process.
Also, please do not put talcum powder or corn starch inside the cast. These can cause skin irritation. To relieve itching under the cast point a hair dryer on a cool setting down into the cast. Apply an ice bag to the cast. Itching can further irritate sensitive skin, remove growing tissue, slow the recovery process and worsen scarring. However, healing wounds can sometimes become very itchy, tempting some to scratch the affected area.
Read on to learn why itching occurs, how scratching can be harmful and ways to soothe the irritation. When the pressure inside the cast builds up, it can cause damage to the muscles, nerves or blood vessels in the area covered by the cast.
The damage may be permanent if it is not discovered and treated promptly. Call your doctor or visit the emergency room immediately if you notice any of the following symptoms.
Be sure not to get the boot lining soaking wet. Allow it to air dry. Do not get the cast wet, but just wipe it down with a damp towel. To help decrease the pain and swelling after injury:. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please call our office at during normal business hours. If it is after 4pm or on a weekend, please call the after-hours exchange at Waterproof cast care. How to fit and use crutches.
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