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  Orthopedic splints and casts are orthopedic therapeutic devices used to support and protect injured bones and tendons. Splints and casts are typically made from plaster or fiberglass and may be molded into the appropriate shape of injured legs or arms. The casts are primarily designed to give added functional support to severe fractures and other soft tissue injuries, enabling increased flexibility and movement with minimal partial mobility, as well as longer, more even healing with a semi-rigid structure. When an injury results in a deformed cast or splint, many doctors prefer the use of orthopedic splints instead of traditional braces to correct the problem. Depending on the severity of the injury, it may also be possible to use orthopedic braces instead of a cast. These braces are similar to cast braces, although they can be molded to fit the exact shape of the wearer's arm. While braces are generally worn for extended periods of time, orthopedic splints need t...