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# A child in a cast: protection and warning signs

An illustrated guide to cast precautions and signs needing review. Follow the instructions given for weight-bearing, hygiene and removal.

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![A child with a forearm cast resting on a dry towel, supported by a parent.](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/illustrated-guides/gesso-protezione-v1.webp)

![A child with a forearm cast resting on a dry towel, supported by a parent.](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/clinical-print-figures/03550ee0e4bf7553.webp)

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## Protect the cast

Keep it dry as instructed. Do not insert objects, cut it or modify it yourself.

![A child at a desk with the casted leg supported on a stool, without putting weight through the foot.](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/illustrated-guides/gesso-attivita-v1.webp)

![A child at a desk with the casted leg supported on a stool, without putting weight through the foot.](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/clinical-print-figures/8f7e115e5b284761.webp)

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## Loading and activity are individual

Follow instructions for weight-bearing, school and movement. Less pain does not authorise removing the immobilisation.

![A doctor checking the exposed fingers of a child whose casted forearm is supported on a cushion.](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/illustrated-guides/gesso-controllo-v1.webp)

![A doctor checking the exposed fingers of a child whose casted forearm is supported on a cushion.](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/clinical-print-figures/d3e2fef464a49db5.webp)

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## Signs that should not wait

Cold, pale or blue fingers or toes, numbness, loss of movement or severe pain need urgent assessment.

General information; this guide does not replace an individual medical assessment.

[Dr Daniele Priano — Paediatric orthopaedics](https://ortopediaevolutiva.com/en/about)

## Sources
- [RCH — Plaster cast care](https://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Day_surgery_Plaster_cast_discharge_care/)
- [RCH — Cast Care](https://www.rch.org.au/rchcpg/hospital_clinical_guideline_index/Cast_Care/)

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