Fabrication Enterprises Inc 24-5760-1 Splinting Material

Product Description

The FABRICATION ENTERPRISES INC 24-5760-1 is a lightweight thermoplastic splinting material designed for fabricating custom orthoses and splints in clinical and rehabilitation settings. Measuring 18 inches by 24 inches with a thickness of 1/16 inch, this sheet features a micro-perforated pattern that promotes airflow and patient comfort during wear. The Atomic Blue colorway allows for easy visual identification during fabrication. The non-stick (NS) coating prevents the material from bonding to bandages, cotton lining, or wound dressings, reducing patient discomfort during removal and dressing changes. The sheet weighs 0.73 pounds, making it notably lighter than standard-weight splinting materials.

This splinting material is well suited for orthotic fabrication in occupational therapy, hand therapy, and rehabilitation medicine. It is specifically recommended for patients with reduced grip strength, fragile or sensitive skin, pediatric patients, elderly patients, and individuals undergoing rheumatologic treatment. It is also commonly used for post-surgical orthosis fabrication where minimizing load on the limb is a clinical priority. Each package contains one sheet, allowing the therapist or orthotist to cut and mold the material to the required orthotic design.

Key Features

• Micro-perforated surface promotes ventilation and reduces heat buildup under the orthosis
• Non-stick (NS) coating prevents adhesion to bandages and cotton padding during wear and removal
• Lightweight construction reduces load on the patient compared to standard-weight splinting sheets
• 18 x 24 x 1/16 inch sheet size provides adequate material for most upper-extremity orthoses
• Atomic Blue color aids visual tracking during cutting and molding
• Suitable for post-surgical, pediatric, geriatric, and rheumatic orthotic applications

Compatibility

Designed for use as a thermoplastic splinting sheet in occupational therapy, hand therapy, and orthotics fabrication workflows requiring lightweight, non-stick low-temperature thermoplastic material.

Installation Notes

This material is typically shaped and applied by licensed occupational therapists, certified hand therapists, or orthotists using low-temperature thermoplastic molding techniques. Standard splinting tools including a heat pan or heat gun, scissors, and a self-adherent liner are commonly used during fabrication. Ensure the material is heated to the appropriate molding temperature before application and allow it to fully cure and cool before allowing the patient to bear load on the orthosis. Follow facility infection-control protocols and applicable clinical guidelines when fitting orthotic devices directly on patients.