CUTIMED OffLoader Select Total Contact Casting Kit

The CUTIMED OffLoader Select Total Contact Casting Kit provides a specialized, non-removable cast designed for comprehensive and uniform contact with the foot and lower leg. This advanced synthetic system is primarily utilized in the management of diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) to effectively offload pressure from the wound site, thereby promoting accelerated healing.

As a comprehensive kit, the CUTIMED OffLoader Select offers all essential components required by healthcare professionals for the precise and convenient application of a Total Contact Cast (TCC). It ensures an optimal offloading solution that prioritizes patient comfort and fosters superior wound healing outcomes.

Benefits of Use

• Promotes faster healing of diabetic foot ulcers by significantly reducing pressure on the wound site.
• Immobilizes the foot and ankle, protecting the ulcer from external trauma and shear forces.
• Distributes weight evenly across the entire surface of the foot and lower leg, preventing localized pressure points.
• Reduces edema (swelling) which can impede wound healing.
• Enhances patient compliance due to the non-removable nature of the cast, ensuring consistent offloading.

How to Use

1. Prepare the patient's limb: Clean and dress the wound according to standard protocols. Apply appropriate padding to bony prominences and between toes.
2. Apply a stockinette: Cover the limb with a stockinette to protect the skin and aid in cast removal.
3. Apply synthetic casting material: Begin wrapping the synthetic casting tape (fiberglass) around the foot and lower leg, ensuring even tension and full contact.
4. Mold the cast: Carefully mold the cast to the contours of the patient's foot and leg, paying close attention to offloading the ulcer area.
5. Allow to set: Let the synthetic material harden completely according to manufacturer instructions.
6. Apply a cast shoe: Fit the patient with a specialized cast shoe to protect the cast and aid in ambulation.
7. Patient education: Instruct the patient on cast care, signs of complications, and follow-up appointments.

Caution & Warnings

• This product is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals only.
• Improper application can lead to complications such as pressure sores, skin irritation, or nerve damage.
• Monitor the patient closely for any signs of discomfort, swelling, changes in skin color, or foul odor which may indicate complications.
• Not recommended for wounds with severe infection, osteomyelitis, severe peripheral arterial disease (PAD), or active cellulitis.
• Do not immerse the cast in water unless advised by a healthcare professional and with appropriate waterproof covering.

Ingredients/Product Details

The CUTIMED OffLoader Select Total Contact Casting Kit typically includes:

• Synthetic casting tape (e.g., fiberglass resin-impregnated material)
• Undercast padding/stockinette
• Cast shoe/boot
• Gloves for application
• Detailed instructions for use