Coaptation: bandages, splints, and casts (Lewis) Flashcards
Coaptation
to approximate
Reduction
replacing the fx segments to their normal anatomic position
Why would you never do an open reduction and follow with coaptation
Need to put fixation in there
Which force does a cast or splint mitigate
Bending
Indications for applying coaptation
Temporary immobilization for musculoskeletal injures Young animal fx Fx of distal extremities simple, stable Fx Ligament and tendon injuries
When is coaptation contraindicated
following open reduction and internal fixation
Cardinal rule of coaptation
joints proximal and distal to the injury must be immobilized
How would a lateral coaptation splint be applied
2 orthogonal rads
Rigid pre-formed splints (pad depressions)
Malleable splints (pad protuberances)
always leave digits exposed
Joints prox and distal must be immobilized
Function of modified Robert Jones
Bandage without incorporating cast or splint
Stirrup, cast padding, cling, vet wrap
Function of SPICA
S.P.I.C.A.
over midline
injuries proximal to elbow of stifle
How do you spell SPICA
some things flash cards aren’t very good for
Function of Robert Jones
Injuries distal to humeral or femoral condyle
Cotton padding
very thick
Function of Mason-Meta splint
Injuries distal to the carpus or hock
What is a Mason-meta splint not appropriate for
Fx of radius or ulna
Function of Velpeau sling
Non-weight bearing sling for forearm
