Following a new distribution agreement with the US manufacturer Parker Medical Associates, a synthetic acute splint system has been added to Smith & Nephew (S&N)'s range of casting and support products.
Dynacast Prelude' is a system incorporating polyurethane-coated glass fibre which is covered by a polypropylene padding. It is designed to support and immobilise fresh fractures and soft tissue injuries at the acute stage.
Dynacast comes in a continuous roll, which is cut to fit the individual patient; it is moistened by the cast nurse, fitted to the limb and sec