Delta-Cast Soft Casting Tape 4 Inch 10 Rolls per Box

Delta-Cast Soft 4 Inch Flexible Casting Tape – Soft Cast for Full Leg, Thigh & Large Limb Applications

Delta-Cast Soft 4 Inch by BSN Essity is the wide-width option in the Delta-Cast Soft line, designed for full leg casts, long leg casts, thigh immobilization, and larger adult limbs where broader coverage and faster application are essential. The 4-inch width reduces the number of passes required to achieve full coverage, making it the preferred choice for lower extremity casting in orthopedic, emergency, and sports medicine settings.

Like all Delta-Cast Soft products, the 4-inch tape is made from a knitted polyester substrate impregnated with low-tack polyurethane resin. It is scissors-removable — no cast saw required — and remains moldable for several minutes after water activation, allowing clinicians to shape custom splints, removable casts, and functional orthoses for larger limbs.

Key Features

• 4-inch width — ideal for full leg casts, long leg casts, thigh, and larger adult forearm and lower extremity applications
• Faster application — wider width means fewer passes and reduced application time for large limbs
• Flexible & semi-rigid — supports healing while allowing controlled range of motion
• Scissors-removable — no cast saw needed; safer and less intimidating for patients
• Removable cast capability — can be bivalved after setting to create a removable orthosis
• Custom splint & brace fabrication — moldable while wet for custom functional splints and large-limb orthoses
• High radiolucency — X-ray compatible without cast removal
• Smooth finish & soft edges — 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 promotes earlier mobility vs. rigid immobilization
• 10 rolls per box — clinical quantity for orthopedic, urgent care, and emergency settings

Clinical Indications – Common Uses for 4-Inch Soft Cast Tape

• Full leg soft cast — tibial shaft fractures, fibula fractures, post-op knee and lower leg immobilization
• Long leg cast — femoral fractures (distal), knee ligament injuries, post-op ACL/PCL reconstruction immobilization
• Cylinder cast — knee immobilization for patellar fractures, quadriceps tendon repairs, and knee ligament injuries
• Large adult forearm & elbow cast — where the 3-inch width provides insufficient coverage for larger limbs
• Functional bracing — fabrication of removable long leg splints, knee immobilizers, and custom lower extremity orthoses during rehabilitation
• Post-operative immobilization — where periodic wound inspection or dressing changes are required on larger limbs
• Sports medicine — functional casting for ankle and lower leg injuries in athletes requiring early controlled mobilization

How to Apply Delta-Cast Soft 4 Inch

1. Prepare the limb — apply stockinette and appropriate undercast padding (e.g., BSN Cellona or Delta-Dry) to protect bony prominences, particularly the fibular head, malleoli, and tibial crest
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; the 4-inch width covers large limbs efficiently with fewer passes
4. Mold while wet — Delta-Cast Soft remains moldable for several minutes; shape to the desired position for 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 within 3–5 minutes; full strength achieved within 20–30 minutes; advise patient not to bear weight until full set is confirmed
7. For removable casts — apply a thin layer of plastic wrap or stockinette between layers before final wrap to allow bivalving into a removable orthosis

Compatibility with BSN Delta-Cast Fleece Edger

Delta-Cast Soft 4 Inch is fully compatible with the BSN Delta-Cast Fleece Edger, a specialized accessory that creates a soft, padded fleece edge at the proximal and distal ends of the cast. For full leg and long leg casts, the Fleece Edger is particularly valuable at the proximal thigh edge where skin irritation and pressure are most common. It eliminates the need to fold back stockinette and provides a professional, comfortable finish.

Removable Cast & Splint Fabrication with 4-Inch Width

The 4-inch width is the preferred size for fabricating removable casts and functional splints for larger lower extremity injuries. Common applications include:

• Removable long leg cast for tibial fractures (bivalved and secured with elastic bandage)
• Cylinder cast for knee immobilization (patellar fractures, quadriceps repairs)
• Custom posterior long leg splint for ankle and lower leg injuries
• Removable knee immobilizer for post-operative ACL/PCL rehabilitation
• Custom stirrup splint for ankle fractures and severe sprains
• Functional cast for tibial stress fractures in athletes

Product Specifications

• Width: 4 inches (10 cm)
• Quantity: 10 rolls per box
• Material: Knitted polyester substrate with polyurethane resin
• Colors available: White, Black, Red, Blue, Pink
• 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 the 4-inch Delta-Cast Soft used for?

The 4-inch width is designed for full leg casts, long leg casts, cylinder casts for knee immobilization, and larger adult limbs where broader coverage is needed. It is the preferred width for tibial fractures, fibula fractures, post-op knee immobilization, and lower extremity functional bracing. The wider width reduces application time by requiring fewer passes to achieve full coverage on large limbs.

Can Delta-Cast Soft 4 Inch be used for a full leg cast?

Yes. The 4-inch width is specifically suited for full leg and long leg cast applications including tibial shaft fractures, fibula fractures, post-operative knee immobilization, and cylinder casts for patellar fractures. Delta-Cast Soft's semi-rigid construction allows controlled movement during the rehabilitation phase, which can reduce muscle atrophy compared to rigid fiberglass or plaster casts. Patients should not bear weight until full set is confirmed by the treating clinician.

What is the difference between the 3-inch and 4-inch Delta-Cast Soft?

The 3-inch width is the most versatile size, ideal for forearm casts, short leg casts, and pediatric full-arm casts. The 4-inch width is designed for larger limbs — full leg casts, long leg casts, cylinder casts, and larger adult extremities. For most upper extremity and pediatric applications, the 3-inch is preferred. For full lower extremity immobilization in adults, the 4-inch provides faster, more efficient coverage.

Can Delta-Cast Soft 4 Inch be used to make a removable cast or splint?

Yes. Delta-Cast Soft can be bivalved after setting to create a removable orthosis. The 4-inch width is ideal for removable long leg casts, cylinder casts, posterior long leg splints, and custom knee immobilizers. Bivalving involves cutting the set cast into two halves held together with an elastic bandage, creating a removable orthosis patients can remove for hygiene, wound care, or physical therapy.

What is the BSN Delta-Cast Fleece Edger and does it work with the 4-inch width?

The BSN Delta-Cast Fleece Edger is a 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 in all widths, including the 4-inch. For full leg and long leg casts, the Fleece Edger is especially valuable at the proximal thigh edge where skin irritation is most common during long-term cast wear.

How does Delta-Cast Soft compare to rigid fiberglass for leg casts?

Delta-Cast Soft is a semi-rigid polyester casting tape, not fiberglass. For leg casts, it offers several advantages over rigid fiberglass: it is scissors-removable (no cast saw needed), allows limited controlled movement that can reduce muscle atrophy, and has higher radiolucency for better X-ray imaging without cast removal. It is best suited for stable fractures and injuries where some controlled mobility is clinically appropriate. Unstable fractures requiring complete rigid immobilization may still require traditional fiberglass or plaster.

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