McKesson Polyester Cast Padding - Non-Sterile Breathable Undercast Padding for Plaster & Synthetic Casts

Premium Polyester Cast Padding for Superior Patient Comfort & Protection During Orthopedic Casting

McKesson polyester cast padding delivers exceptional protection, comfort, and performance for patients requiring orthopedic cast application in emergency departments, orthopedic clinics, urgent care facilities, and sports medicine practices. Engineered from high-quality polyester fibers with advanced moisture management properties, this breathable undercast padding creates a protective barrier between skin and casting materials while promoting optimal skin health throughout the healing process.

Key Features & Clinical Benefits

• Superior Patient Comfort & Protection: Soft, cushioned polyester construction provides a protective layer between skin and rigid casting materials, reducing pressure points, preventing skin irritation, and enhancing overall patient comfort during extended wear periods of 4-8 weeks or longer
• Advanced Water Retention Reduction: Engineered fiber structure actively reduces water retention and accelerates drying time when casts become wet, helping maintain cast integrity and minimizing the risk of skin maceration, odor development, and premature cast deterioration
• Exceptional Durability with Easy Tearability: Strong, resilient polyester fibers resist bunching, shifting, and compression during cast application and wear, yet tear cleanly by hand without scissors for fast, efficient application and precise length customization during casting procedures
• Anatomical Conformability: Flexible, pliable material easily conforms to complex body contours including joints, curves, and irregular anatomical surfaces, ensuring uniform padding coverage and eliminating gaps that could create pressure points or cast instability
• Breathable Porous Design: Open-weave polyester construction allows continuous air circulation to reach the skin surface, promoting moisture evaporation, reducing heat buildup, and supporting healthier skin conditions throughout the immobilization period
• Universal Casting Material Compatibility: Performs consistently with all casting materials including traditional plaster bandages, fiberglass casting tape, and modern synthetic casting systems, providing versatility across diverse orthopedic protocols and practitioner preferences
• Single-Use Hygienic Design: Intended for one-time application to ensure optimal hygiene standards, eliminate cross-contamination risks, and provide fresh, clean padding for every patient encounter
• Non-Sterile Ready-to-Use Format: Arrives clean and ready for immediate deployment in standard orthopedic casting procedures where sterile technique is not required, streamlining workflow and reducing prep time

Ideal Applications & Clinical Use Cases

• Fracture immobilization for upper and lower extremities
• Post-surgical orthopedic stabilization and support
• Sports medicine injury management and rehabilitation
• Emergency department trauma care and acute fracture treatment
• Orthopedic clinic casting and cast change procedures
• Pediatric fracture care requiring gentle, comfortable padding
• Urgent care center orthopedic services
• Occupational health workplace injury treatment
• Athletic training room injury stabilization
• Podiatric casting and foot/ankle immobilization

Technical Specifications

• Material Composition: 100% polyester fiber construction
• Sterility: Non-sterile
• Intended Use: Single-use disposable undercast padding
• Compatibility: All casting materials (plaster, fiberglass, synthetic)
• Texture: Soft, cushioned, porous weave
• Tearability: Hand-tearable without instruments
• Breathability: Open-weave design for air circulation
• Moisture Management: Reduced water retention properties
• Conformability: Flexible adaptation to anatomical contours

Advanced Moisture Management Technology

Unlike traditional cotton-based cast padding that absorbs and retains moisture, McKesson polyester padding features engineered fiber technology that actively resists water absorption. When casts become wet from bathing accidents, rain exposure, or perspiration, the polyester construction allows moisture to pass through rather than being trapped against the skin. This critical performance advantage reduces drying time by up to 60% compared to cotton alternatives, helping prevent the skin breakdown, fungal infections, and unpleasant odors associated with prolonged moisture exposure inside casts.

The moisture-wicking properties also benefit patients in hot, humid climates or those with active lifestyles who experience increased perspiration. By facilitating continuous moisture evaporation through the porous structure, the padding helps maintain a drier, more comfortable microenvironment between the skin and cast throughout the entire immobilization period.

Anatomical Conformability for Optimal Cast Application

Successful cast application requires padding that smoothly conforms to the three-dimensional contours of human anatomy without creating wrinkles, bunching, or gaps. McKesson polyester padding's flexible, pliable construction allows practitioners to achieve uniform coverage around joints, bony prominences, and irregular surfaces with minimal effort. The material stretches slightly to accommodate curves while maintaining consistent thickness, ensuring even pressure distribution and eliminating the focal pressure points that can lead to cast sores or patient discomfort.

During application, the padding's hand-tearable design enables quick length adjustments without reaching for scissors, streamlining workflow and allowing practitioners to maintain focus on proper casting technique. The material tears cleanly along straight lines without fraying or creating rough edges that could irritate skin or compromise cast integrity.

Operational Advantages for Healthcare Facilities

McKesson polyester cast padding supports efficient orthopedic department operations through thoughtful design features that reduce application time, minimize waste, and enhance patient outcomes. The single-use format eliminates concerns about cross-contamination, sterilization requirements, or inventory rotation complexity associated with reusable alternatives.

Universal compatibility with all casting materials—from traditional plaster to modern synthetic systems—simplifies inventory management by eliminating the need to stock multiple padding types for different casting protocols. Facilities can standardize on a single high-performance padding solution that meets the needs of diverse patient populations and clinical scenarios.

The non-sterile format is appropriate for the vast majority of orthopedic casting procedures, which do not require sterile technique. This practical approach reduces product costs while maintaining the cleanliness and quality standards expected in professional healthcare environments.

Patient Comfort & Compliance Benefits

Patient comfort directly influences treatment compliance, particularly for pediatric patients or adults facing extended immobilization periods. The soft, cushioned feel of polyester padding creates a gentle barrier between skin and rigid casting materials, reducing the initial shock of cast application and minimizing discomfort during the critical first 24-48 hours when swelling is most pronounced.

Breathable construction prevents the claustrophobic sensation and heat buildup common with less-ventilated padding materials. Patients report greater satisfaction and fewer complaints about itching, sweating, or general discomfort when polyester padding is used, leading to better adherence to activity restrictions and follow-up appointment attendance.

Quality Assurance & Consistency

Manufactured to rigorous quality standards, McKesson polyester cast padding delivers consistent performance characteristics across every roll in every case. Uniform fiber density, predictable tear strength, and reliable conformability ensure practitioners can depend on the same high-quality results with each application, reducing variability and supporting standardized casting protocols.

Procurement & Inventory Management

Available in multiple length and packaging configurations to accommodate diverse clinical needs and volume requirements. Compatible with standardized procurement systems, GPO contracts, and auto-reorder programs commonly used in hospital supply chain management. Compact packaging optimizes storage space in orthopedic departments, emergency rooms, and clinic supply areas.

FSA/HSA Eligibility

This product is eligible for purchase using Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) funds, providing cost savings opportunities for patients managing out-of-pocket healthcare expenses.

Why Choose McKesson Orthopedic Supplies?

McKesson has served healthcare professionals for over 190 years, delivering the quality, innovation, and reliability that orthopedic practitioners depend on. This polyester cast padding represents the same commitment to excellence that healthcare organizations trust across medical-surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and clinical products. When you choose McKesson orthopedic solutions, you're partnering with an industry leader that understands the critical role that quality supplies play in achieving optimal patient outcomes and operational efficiency.