Delta-Cast Soft Casting Tape 2 Inch 10 Rolls per Box

Delta-Cast Soft Flexible Casting Tape – The Soft Cast for Wrist, Hand, Foot & More

Delta-Cast Soft by BSN Essity is a semi-rigid, flexible casting tape designed for clinicians who need a soft cast that supports healing while allowing controlled movement. Made from a knitted polyester substrate impregnated with low-tack polyurethane resin, Delta-Cast Soft is the go-to soft cast for wrist fractures, hand injuries, foot and ankle immobilization, pediatric fractures, and post-operative functional bracing.

Unlike traditional fiberglass or plaster casts, Delta-Cast Soft can be removed with standard scissors — no cast saw required. This makes it ideal for patients who need periodic wound access, for pediatric patients where cast saw anxiety is a concern, and for clinicians fabricating removable casts or custom functional splints.

Key Features

• Flexible & semi-rigid — provides support while allowing a limited, controlled range of motion
• Scissors-removable — no cast saw needed; safe for pediatric and anxious patients
• Removable cast capability — can be fabricated as a removable cast or functional brace for compliance-based treatment protocols
• Custom splints & braces — moldable while wet; clinicians can shape custom splints, functional braces, and orthotic supports
• High radiolucency — X-ray compatible without cast removal
• Smooth finish & soft edges — comfortable against skin; compatible with BSN Delta-Cast Fleece Edger for padded, finished edges
• Latex-free — safe for patients with latex sensitivities
• Reduces muscle atrophy — semi-rigid design allows earlier mobility compared to rigid immobilization
• 10 rolls per box — clinical quantity for busy orthopedic and urgent care practices

Clinical Indications – Who Needs a Soft Cast?

• Soft cast for wrist — distal radius fractures, Colles fractures, scaphoid fractures, wrist sprains, post-op wrist immobilization
• Soft cast for hand — metacarpal fractures, phalangeal fractures, boxer's fractures, hand sprains
• Soft cast for foot & ankle — metatarsal fractures, ankle sprains, Jones fractures, post-op foot immobilization
• Pediatric fractures — torus (buckle) fractures, greenstick fractures, where scissors-removability is preferred over cast saw
• Functional bracing — fabrication of removable functional casts and custom splints during rehabilitation
• Post-operative immobilization — where periodic wound inspection is required

How to Apply Delta-Cast Soft

1. Prepare the limb — apply stockinette and appropriate padding (e.g., BSN Cellona or Delta-Dry undercast padding) to protect bony prominences
2. Dip in water — submerge the roll in room-temperature water for 2–3 seconds; squeeze out excess water
3. Apply with 50% overlap — wrap in a spiral technique with 50% overlap, applying gentle, even tension; avoid tight wrapping over bony prominences
4. Mold while wet — Delta-Cast Soft remains moldable for several minutes; shape to the desired position for splints, functional braces, or custom orthotic supports
5. Finish edges — fold back stockinette over cast edges, or use the BSN Delta-Cast Fleece Edger to create smooth, padded, finished edges for patient comfort
6. Allow to set — initial set occurs within 3–5 minutes; full strength achieved within 20–30 minutes
7. For removable casts — apply a thin layer of plastic wrap or stockinette between layers before final wrap to allow the cast to be bivalved and used as a removable orthosis

Compatibility with BSN Delta-Cast Fleece Edger

Delta-Cast Soft is fully compatible with the BSN Delta-Cast Fleece Edger, a specialized accessory that creates a soft, padded fleece edge on the proximal and distal ends of the cast. The Fleece Edger eliminates the need to fold back stockinette and provides a professional, comfortable finish that reduces skin irritation at cast edges — particularly important for long-term wear and pediatric patients.

Removable Cast & Splint Fabrication

One of Delta-Cast Soft's most clinically valuable features is its ability to be used for removable cast fabrication. Because the material is scissors-removable and moldable, clinicians can:

• Bivalve the cast after setting to create a two-piece removable orthosis
• Fabricate custom functional wrist splints, foot drop splints, and ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs)
• Create custom thumb spica splints for scaphoid fractures and De Quervain's tenosynovitis
• Build custom ulnar gutter splints for boxer's fractures and metacarpal injuries
• Construct posterior leg splints for ankle and foot injuries

Product Specifications

• Width: 2 inches (5 cm)
• Quantity: 10 rolls per box
• Material: Knitted polyester substrate with polyurethane resin
• Colors available: White, Black, Red, Blue, Pink, Paw print
• Latex-free: Yes
• Radiolucency: High — X-ray compatible
• Removal method: Standard scissors (no cast saw required)
• Manufacturer: BSN Essity
• FSA/HSA Eligible: May be eligible — consult your benefits administrator
• HCPCS: Consult your billing department for applicable codes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a soft cast and how is Delta-Cast Soft different from a fiberglass cast?

A soft cast is a semi-rigid immobilization device made from flexible casting tape rather than traditional rigid fiberglass or plaster. Delta-Cast Soft uses a knitted polyester substrate with polyurethane resin, which provides support and immobilization while allowing a limited, controlled range of motion. Unlike fiberglass casts, Delta-Cast Soft can be removed with standard scissors — no cast saw is required — making it safer and more comfortable, especially for pediatric patients and those who need periodic wound access.

Can Delta-Cast Soft be used as a removable cast?

Yes. Delta-Cast Soft is one of the few casting tapes that can be fabricated into a removable cast. Clinicians can bivalve the cast after it sets — cutting it into two halves that can be held together with an elastic bandage — creating a removable orthosis that patients can take off for hygiene, wound care, or physical therapy. This technique is commonly used for wrist fractures, ankle injuries, and post-operative immobilization where compliance-based treatment is appropriate.

What conditions is a soft cast used for?

Soft casts are used for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions including distal radius (Colles) fractures, scaphoid fractures, metacarpal and phalangeal fractures, metatarsal fractures, Jones fractures, ankle sprains, torus (buckle) fractures in children, and post-operative immobilization. Delta-Cast Soft is particularly well-suited for conditions where some controlled movement is beneficial to recovery, such as stable fractures and ligamentous injuries that do not require rigid immobilization.

Can Delta-Cast Soft be used to make custom splints and braces?

Yes. Because Delta-Cast Soft remains moldable for several minutes after water activation, clinicians can shape it into custom splints and functional braces. Common applications include thumb spica splints for scaphoid fractures and De Quervain's tenosynovitis, ulnar gutter splints for boxer's fractures, posterior leg splints for ankle injuries, and custom ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) for foot drop. The material's flexibility and scissors-removability make it ideal for functional bracing during the rehabilitation phase.

What is the BSN Delta-Cast Fleece Edger and is it compatible with Delta-Cast Soft?

The BSN Delta-Cast Fleece Edger is a specialized casting accessory that creates a soft, padded fleece edge at the proximal and distal ends of a cast. It is fully compatible with Delta-Cast Soft and eliminates the need to fold back stockinette for edge finishing. The Fleece Edger is particularly beneficial for long-term cast wear and pediatric patients, as it reduces skin irritation and pressure at cast edges, improving patient comfort and compliance.

How long does it take for Delta-Cast Soft to set?

Delta-Cast Soft begins to set within 3–5 minutes of water activation, giving clinicians adequate working time for molding and positioning. Full structural strength is achieved within 20–30 minutes. During the initial setting phase, the cast should be held in the desired position and protected from weight-bearing or stress. Patients should be advised not to bear weight on a lower extremity soft cast until full set is confirmed by the treating clinician.

Authorized Dealer: OrthoTape is an authorized distributor of BSN Essity casting products. All products are new, genuine, and covered by manufacturer warranty. | FSA/HSA: This product may be FSA/HSA eligible — consult your benefits administrator. | Medical Disclaimer: This product is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals. Application technique and clinical indications should be determined by a licensed clinician. OrthoTape does not provide medical advice.

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