Wolff Plaster Cast Instrument

Description

Wolff Plaster Cast Instrument

The Wolff cast breaker is a plaster cast instrument for bending back the cut edges of a cast. You can order it at 18 cm or 23 cm.

What a Wolff cast breaker does

After a cast is cut, its edges can still hold firm. So a breaker grips an edge and bends it outward. As a result, the cast opens wider and lifts off more easily.

Two lengths

The shorter 18 cm model is handy on arm and pediatric casts. Meanwhile, the 23 cm size gives more leverage on leg casts. Many cast rooms keep both.

Who uses the Wolff cast breaker

Cast technicians and orthopedic nurses use it during removals. Also, fracture clinics use it when making a window in a cast. Emergency rooms keep one for quick access.

Technique

Grip the cut edge firmly with the jaws. Then bend it outward in small steps. Keep the jaws away from the skin and padding.

Windows in a cast

Sometimes staff need to see a wound under the cast. In that case, they cut a window and bend the edges back. Moreover, a breaker makes that job neat.

Pairing with a spreader

A spreader opens the cut, while a breaker bends the edges. Consequently, the two tools work well together. In addition, we list both.

Wolff cast breaker options

• 18 cm
• 23 cm
• Wolff pattern
• Supplied non-sterile

Care

Brush dried plaster from the jaws. Wash, dry and oil the joint. Check the grip of the jaws.

When you check out

An Atlanta colleague goes over every cast breaker closely before shipment. Your cover on the Wolff pattern lasts three years against manufacturing defects. The FAQ list explains shipping and refunds. Need a size we do not list? Ask us for advice. Often bought with it is the Hermann cast tool. Busy hospitals stock two of these so a case never waits. To learn about instrument alloys, consult ASTM F899. More instruments feature in the orthopedic catalog.

Sold to licensed professionals. The cleaning guide discusses photo differences along with nickel content. Delivery times are on the shipping info page.