The advantages of fiberglass band compared to ordinary plaster

One of the most important advantages of fiberglass bands is their very high drying speed. In fact, these plaster bands, which are saturated with polyurethane resin, react quickly with water and dry in about 3 minutes, which is relatively less time than ordinary plasters. As a result, the use of fiberglass band prevents time wastage to a great extent and speeds up the plastering process.

One of the most important advantages of fiberglass bands is their low weight. In fact, these bandages have a much lower weight than ordinary plaster bandages, and for this reason, the patient carries less pressure on his arm or leg. As a result, after plastering with fiberglass bandages, people do not suffer from imbalance and high pressure during minor and general movements.

So another reason why these orthopedic bandages are more common is their low weight. It makes the patient more comfortable.

Among other features of these types of bands, we should mention their very high strength. The strength and resistance of the fiberglass band is much higher than the normal type and can withstand more pressure and weight. While these bandages have a very low weight, they have a very high resistance, and this has caused them to be used more during plastering. Let's mention the duration. These bandages will quickly fuse the joints of the injured area and will be with the patient for a shorter period of time. Due to its special structure, fiberglass bandages quickly heal the damaged joints and compared to ordinary casts, they are much faster in the patient's healing process.

Fiberglass plaster band has high flexibility and based on this feature, they are easily formed. As a result, when performing plastering, the specialist will face fewer problems and can easily shape the damaged area depending on the type of plastering. The texture of these types of bands is designed in such a way that they can be easily moved in different vertical, horizontal and angular directions.

Another important feature of the fiberglass band is having waterproof materials in the lower part. In fact, the presence of waterproof materials in the part of the bandage that is in direct contact with the skin will prevent the formation of moisture, and as a result, the patient will not feel burning or itching in the affected area. Also, the ability to be waterproof prevents the creation of a bad smell under the plastered area.

Fiberglass bandages can pass X-rays well, and thus they are considered a suitable option for taking pictures when the patient has his arm or leg in plaster, after some time to ensure the swelling. The damaged joints are photographed by x-rays.

So when photographing the fiberglass plaster bandage, it will have a much better output, and as a result, it is a much more suitable option compared to the normal bandage.