HM CAST – an Innovative Use of Cast Material

HM CAST is the first orthopedic tubular immobilization system designed with specialized materials that allow patients to maintain daily hygiene, take showers, or even enter a swimming pool without the need for additional protection. It makes fracture treatment simple and comfortable.
Innovative Use of Cast Material

Very often, the need for a traditional cast means limitations in professional work, physical activity, and the need to cancel vacation plans. Applying a cast almost always comes with many restrictions, such as the inability to shower or go swimming. Hot days can be especially difficult, as wearing a traditional cast may become uncomfortably warm.

An ideal solution that facilitates daily functioning during fracture treatment may be HM CAST. It is a woven mesh of cylindrical fibers made of polyester impregnated with polyurethane resin. Exposure of HM CAST to moisture or water initiates a chemical reaction that causes the material to harden. The final, hardened HM CAST is lightweight, and its special weave creates a breathable structure that minimizes itching and eliminates unpleasant odors. X-rays easily penetrate the mesh, allowing for detailed monitoring of the bone healing process.

Benefits of HM CAST:

  • A tubular immobilization system that allows patients to maintain daily hygiene, shower, bathe, or enter a swimming pool without requiring additional protection.
  • HM CAST is made from polyester fabrics and is specially woven to ensure excellent ventilation, minimizing itching and unpleasant odor.
  • Its flexibility allows it to adapt to the shape of the patient’s body without the risk of pressure points.
  • HM CAST provides excellent radiolucency, enabling doctors or radiologists to assess the bone healing status at any time.
  • This type of immobilization offers exceptional patient comfort, as it is significantly lighter than conventional plaster casts.
  • HM CAST is made from polyester and spandex impregnated with polymer resin—materials that are hypoallergenic and skin-friendly.