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What Your Orthopedic Surgeon May Not Tell You Before Putting Metal in Your Body

What Your Orthopedic Surgeon May Not Tell You Before Putting Metal in Your Body

ankle-fractureRichard KatenhusenJun 02, 2026
Before agreeing to plates, screws, pins, and permanent metal hardware, ask one question: Can this fracture heal naturally in a properly applied cast? A patient education guide on when fracture surgery is truly necessary — and the questions every patient should ask first.
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4 INCH Orthopedic Medical Tubular Undersleeve Cast Stockinette|10 FEET|
Carol Stewart
Excellent product

Excellent product. Could you add a couple of new colors

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Exos Short Arm Fracture Brace w/ Open Thumb with BOA | Cast Splint
Cameron Ackerschott
Great brace

Great brace, and fast shipping

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OrthoH2O Waterproof Short Arm Cast Kit | Swim Cast Material
Kimberly Vaussine
Quite possible the easiest thing I’ve ever done!

Quite possible the easiest thing I’ve ever done! The waterproof cast is a game changer!

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4 INCH Orthopedic Medical Tubular Undersleeve Cast Stockinette|10 FEET|
Jared Licavoli
Great color

Great color. I love trying different color combinations. The light pink is real subtle and attractive!

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OrthoTape 4" Synthetic Cast Padding | Clinic Pack — 12 Rolls × 4 Yards | Short Arm, Ankle & Leg Casting
Jared Licavoli
Very dependable and easy to work with

Very dependable and easy to work with. Best value anywhere online!

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