ArticlePolymers2022
Evaluation and Comparison of Traditional Plaster and Fiberglass Casts with 3D-Printed PLA and PLA-CaCO
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10 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 28 citations in OpenAlex.
- Clinical and functional outcomes of upper extremity 3D-printed immobilization devices compared to traditional methods: a systematic review with limited meta-analysis.Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2026Pooled it
- Clinical application of instant 3D printed cast versus polymer orthosis in the treatment of colles fracture: a randomized controlled trial.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2024Trial
- Accelerated Bone Healing via Electrical Stimulation.Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany) · 2025Review
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- A clinical study on the application of three-dimensionally printed splints combined with finite element analysis in paediatric distal radius fractures.Frontiers in pediatrics · 2025Article
- Assessment of the Mechanical Properties and Fragment Characteristics of a 3D-Printed Forearm Orthosis.Polymers · 2024Article
- Examining the Flexural Behavior of Thermoformed 3D-Printed Wrist-Hand Orthoses: Role of Material, Infill Density, and Wear Conditions.Polymers · 2024Article
- Evolution in Casting Techniques: A Narrative Review of Casting Methods, Techniques, and Innovation.Cureus · 2024Review
- Polymeric Orthosis with Electromagnetic Stimulator Controlled by Mobile Application for Bone Fracture Healing: Evaluation of Design Concepts for Medical Use.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2022Article
- Pierre Robin Sequence and 3D Printed Personalized Composite Appliances in Interdisciplinary Approach.Polymers · 2022Article
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Abstract
Bone fractures pose a serious challenge for the healthcare system worldwide. A total of 17.5% of these fractures occur in the distal radius. Traditional cast materials commonly used for treatment have certain disadvantages, including a lack of mechanical and water resistance, poor hygiene, and odors. Three-dimensional printing is a dynamically developing technology which can potentially replace the traditional casts. The aim of the study was to examine and compare the traditional materials (plaster cast and fiberglass cast) with Polylactic Acid (PLA) and PLA-CaCO
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