Fractures & Plaster Care | Dr Will Cundy Post-Op Care
Post-fracture care guidelines and rehabilitation protocols for upper and lower limb fractures, including plaster cast and removable boot instructions.
Fracture rehabilitation progresses from immobilisation through protected weight-bearing to progressive strengthening. Plaster care instructions cover skin hygiene, activity restrictions, and warning signs requiring immediate medical attention.
Rehabilitation and Care Protocols
- Upper Limb Fracture Rehab Protocol — range of motion and strengthening for arm, wrist, and hand fractures
- Lower Limb Fracture Rehab Protocol — staged rehabilitation with progressive weight-bearing and functional milestones
- Plaster Cast Care Guide — instructions for caring for your plaster cast including skin care, activity modifications, and warning signs
- Removable Boot/Splint Care Guide — guidelines for use and care of removable walking boots and splints
- Supracondylar Fracture — rehabilitation and care guidelines following supracondylar fracture management
- Growth Plate Injuries — management with monitoring for growth disturbance and staged return to activity
- Osgood Schlatters — activity modification, stretching, and strengthening guidelines
- First Time Patella Dislocation — bracing, quadriceps strengthening, and stability exercises
Contact Dr Will Cundy
Consulting rooms at Memorial Medical Centre, North Adelaide and Women’s and Children’s Hospital.
Phone: (08) 8267 8200
Email: contact@drcundy.com.au
Fax: (08) 8267 8201