Delta Dry Waterproof Short Arm Cast Kit

Delta Dry Waterproof Short Arm Cast Kit — Swim Cast Materials for Below-Elbow Fractures

The Delta Dry Waterproof Short Arm Cast Kit contains everything needed to create a true waterproof below-elbow cast using the Delta Dry two-piece system — a water-resistant Delta stockinette liner, Delta Dry waterproof padding rolls, and fiberglass casting tape. Bring this kit to your clinician for professional application. Once applied, patients can shower, bathe, and swim throughout their recovery without covering or removing the cast.

Delta Dry by BSN Essity uses a two-component approach: a water-resistant stockinette is applied first, followed by Delta Dry waterproof padding rolls, then fiberglass tape. Water passes through the system and drains freely from both ends, preventing the moisture buildup that causes traditional cotton-padded casts to soften, develop odor, and break down.

What’s Included — Kit Contents by Patient Size

Select your patient size and cast tape color at checkout. All quantities are per kit.

Why Choose Delta Dry for a Waterproof Short Arm Cast?

• True waterproof cast — not a removable cover. Water passes through and drains freely; no moisture trapped against skin
• Two-piece system — water-resistant Delta stockinette + Delta Dry padding rolls for a familiar wrap-and-pad workflow
• Swim, shower & bathe freely — patients maintain normal hygiene and activity levels during recovery
• Compatible with standard fiberglass tape — no proprietary casting system required
• Pediatric through adult sizing — kits sized for every patient from infant to large adult
• BSN Essity brand — same manufacturer as AquaCast; trusted by orthopedic clinics worldwide

Delta Dry vs. AquaCast — Which Waterproof Cast System Is Right?

How does Delta Dry differ from AquaCast?

Both are BSN Essity waterproof cast systems, but they use different padding designs. Delta Dry uses a two-piece approach: a water-resistant stockinette liner applied first, followed by Delta Dry padding rolls. AquaCast uses a single pillow-type open-cell padding that replaces traditional cotton padding entirely. Both allow full water exposure — swimming, showering, and bathing. The choice is typically made by the clinician based on their preferred workflow and the patient’s anatomy.

Indications — Who Needs a Waterproof Short Arm Cast?

• Stable distal radius fractures (Colles’ fracture, Smith’s fracture)
• Wrist fractures and carpal bone injuries
• Ulnar styloid fractures
• Post-surgical wrist immobilization
• Active patients — children, swimmers, athletes — who cannot avoid water exposure during recovery

How to Apply Delta Dry Waterproof Short Arm Cast

1. Apply Delta Stocking — slip the water-resistant stockinette over the hand and up the forearm
2. Apply Delta Dry Padding — wrap the waterproof padding rolls smoothly from hand to below the elbow, overlapping each layer by 50%
3. Apply Fiberglass Cast Tape — wrap over the Delta Dry padding to complete the waterproof short arm cast

Must be applied by a trained orthopedic technician, physician, or casting staff. Bring this kit to your clinical appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I swim and shower with a Delta Dry waterproof short arm cast?

Yes. Delta Dry uses a water-resistant stockinette and waterproof padding rolls that allow water to pass through and drain freely from both ends of the cast. Unlike traditional cotton-padded casts that trap moisture and break down when wet, Delta Dry is designed for full water exposure — swimming, showering, and bathing are all permitted once the cast is properly applied by a clinician.

What is included in the Delta Dry Short Arm Cast Kit?

Each kit includes Delta Dry waterproof padding rolls, a Delta water-resistant stockinette, and fiberglass casting tape — all sized for the selected patient size. The clinician applies all components at the appointment. No additional padding, stockinette, or tape is needed.

What is the difference between a short arm cast and a long arm cast?

A short arm cast extends from the hand to just below the elbow, immobilizing the wrist and forearm. A long arm cast extends to the upper arm and also immobilizes the elbow. Short arm casts are used for wrist and distal forearm injuries such as Colles’ fractures, Smith’s fractures, and carpal bone injuries. Long arm casts are used when elbow immobilization is also required.

Does my doctor apply the Delta Dry kit, or can I do it myself?

Delta Dry must be applied by a trained orthopedic technician, physician, or casting staff. The kit is purchased by the patient and brought to the clinical appointment, where the clinician applies the stockinette, padding, and fiberglass tape. Self-application is not recommended and may result in improper fit or injury.

Is this kit FSA or HSA eligible?

Delta Dry waterproof cast kits are generally FSA/HSA eligible when prescribed by a physician. Eligibility depends on your specific plan administrator — we recommend confirming with your FSA/HSA provider before purchase. OrthoTape is an authorized distributor of Delta Dry (BSN Essity) products.

Delta Dry is a clinical casting product intended for application by trained medical professionals. OrthoTape is an authorized distributor of Delta Dry (BSN Essity) products. FSA/HSA eligible when prescribed by a physician — check with your plan administrator. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.