Sunday, May 23, 2010

I have a caste and...?

I just had surgery on my wrist and now i am in a caste and i was wondering if there is anything i can do to keep it from stinking? I know it is kinda gross but i know it happenes but i want to try and prevent it! Thanks
Answer:
1] use a blow dryer to blow cool air into it.
2] Don't use baby powder or corn starch unless doctor OKs it.
3] wash fingers outside the cast with wet wipes or baby wipes [ baby ones smell better ].
4] when you are steady on your feet, put your arm, cast and all, in a plastic bag and 'seal' it with silk [ non-allergenic ] tape.
Take your one-handed shower, and take bag off immediately.
5] when you apply antiperspirant/deodorant, rub a little around the edges of the cast.
6] if you get any ragged edges on the cast, trim off carefully with a small sharp scissor.
Use baby powder. Try to keep from sweating.

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