Sof-Rol Cast Padding 4 Inch x 4 Yards 100% Surgical Rayon Box of 12

The Sof-Rol Cast Padding is a 100% surgical grade rayon padding roll used as an undercast layer beneath plaster and fiberglass casting materials. The soft, conformable rayon construction provides a comfortable protective layer between the cast material and the skin, cushioning bony prominences during the casting period. 4 inch width x 4 yards per roll. Box of 12 rolls.

Key Features

• 100% surgical grade rayon — soft, conformable undercast padding
• Cushions bony prominences beneath cast material
• Compatible with plaster and fiberglass casting systems
• 4 inch x 4 yards per roll
• Box of 12 rolls

Specifications

• SKU: JJ9034
• Brand: Sof-Rol
• Material: 100% surgical grade rayon
• Width: 4 inches
• Length: 4 yards per roll
• Quantity: 12 rolls per box
• Shipping Carton: 12 inch L x 10 inch W x 6 inch H
• Country of Origin: United States

Ideal For

Orthopedic clinics, emergency departments, and casting rooms that apply plaster or fiberglass casts and need a surgical grade rayon undercast padding will find the Sof-Rol JJ9034 a 4-inch x 4-yard option available in a 12-roll box format. Hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers that perform casting as part of post-operative immobilization will find the Sof-Rol a consistently available undercast padding option in a standard 4-inch width. Casting technicians and orthopedic nurses who need a soft, conformable padding roll that applies smoothly over bony prominences will find the surgical grade rayon construction practical for routine casting applications. Orthopedic supply distributors and purchasing departments that stock casting supplies will find the 12-roll box format practical for efficient inventory management and clinical dispensing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the role of cast padding in a casting application?
Cast padding is applied directly over the skin before the casting material is applied. It provides a soft cushioning layer between the skin and the hard cast shell, and helps protect bony prominences such as the malleoli, heel, and radial styloid from pressure during the casting period. The padding also absorbs minor moisture and allows for slight swelling in the early post-injury period.

Why is surgical grade rayon used for cast padding?
Surgical grade rayon is soft, highly conformable, and has good moisture absorption properties. Its conformability allows it to wrap smoothly around the contours of the limb and over bony prominences without creating pressure ridges or uneven thickness. The surgical grade designation indicates the material meets purity and quality standards appropriate for clinical casting applications.

How many layers of padding should be applied?
The number of padding layers depends on the clinical application and the casting protocol used. Standard practice typically involves 2 to 3 layers over the general limb surface, with additional layers at bony prominences. Always follow your facility's casting protocol and the casting material manufacturer's instructions for padding thickness recommendations.

Is the 4 inch width appropriate for all casting applications?
The 4 inch width is a standard size suitable for most adult lower extremity casting applications including short leg casts, long leg casts, and ankle splints. For upper extremity applications, narrower widths such as 2 inch or 3 inch are typically used for the forearm and wrist. For pediatric casting, narrower widths are generally preferred. Stocking multiple widths covers the full range of casting applications.