Casting Tools Overview

Scissors

• Fisker Scissors
  • Used for stocking net
  • Pointy, not to be used near patients
• Santec Scissors
  • Made in Germany
  • Super sharp, durable with proper care
  • Requires yearly sharpening
  • Comes in various sizes
• Bandage Scissors
  • Suitable for cutting gauze bandages
• Casting Scissors
  • Used for cutting casts and materials
  • Avoid cutting synthetic casting tape to protect the blade
• Curved Scissors
  • Useful for cutting around bends like the elbow and the dorsum of the foot

Other Essential Tools

• Cast Spreaders
  • Commonly found in casting rooms
• Tape Measure
  • For measuring precise lengths as instructed by doctors
• Marking Pens
  • For marking specific areas
• Goniometer
  • Measures angles (e.g., knee, ankle) accurately
• Box Cutter
  • Used to open boxes without dulling scissors
• EMT Scissors
  • Can cut heavy-duty casting material
  • Avoid using next to patient skin
• Wrenches for Cast Blades
  • Required for maintaining cast saws

Casting Saw

• Recommended to have a saw with vacuum to minimize dust
• Sharp blades ease cast removal and reduce heat, enhancing patient comfort

Zip Stick

• Placed under the cast for easier, cleaner usage
• Prevents bacteria accumulation and reduces patient discomfort
• Technique involves positioning between padding and stocking net