Spica Cast in Children

Question: Discuss about the Article for Spica Cast in Children? Answer: Spica Cast in Children Spica Cast is a kind of cast which is popularly used as a prevention to immobilize the thigh or the hip. It is the most practiced remedy in case of any hip or leg surgery, or bone damage or even Tenotomy (tendon release). It may also be required by infants who are born with some disorders related to developmental hip dysplasia (DDH). The child requires a lot of care and there are certain precautions that need to be taken while the cast is there. The parents have to be very attentive to the daily activities of the child. All the daily chores should be carried out efficiently without causing any damage to the cast. The cast should be kept clean and dry. Special care should be taken while bathing so that the cast does not get wet. Any skin irritation, or such problems should not come in. The diet should also be given prior importance and any new addition should be avoided that may cause loose stools. Appropriate measures should be taken for the childÂ’s movements. The crossbar should never be used to turn the child. There is a huge risk of breaking. Diapers should be used to avoid unwanted movements and thus lowering the risk of any damage to the cast. Hence, Spica cast has become very popular nowadays as it reduces pain and does not have any side effects. There are some extra efforts that should be taken by parents to avoid any problems. References Clarke, S., McKay, M. (2006). An audit of Sica Cast guidelines for parents and professionals caring for children with developmental dysplasia of the hip. Journal Of Orthopaedic Nursing, 10(3), 128-137. Fraser, K. (1995). The Hammock Suspension Technique for Hip Spica Cast Application in Children. Journal Of Pediatric Orthopaedics, 15(1), 27-29.