The Journal of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (JPOSNA®) has published a Primer on Cast and Splint Application. This online educational resource is ideal for orthopaedic learners. It includes chapters written by experienced pediatric orthopaedic surgeons, and is filled with photos, videos, and pearls provided by well-known mentors in the field. Readers can assess their knowledge of what they learned with questions and answers provided by the authors at the end of each chapter. The primer covers the application of all common upper and lower extremity splints and casts, as well as chapters on cast materials, safe cast removal, and techniques for managing patient and parental anxiety.

Please click the link below to explore this resource: 

 https://www.jposna.com/content/jposna_ae_primer_on_cast_and_splint_application

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