Waterproof cast materials are not really waterproof, rather they are water resistant. When a fiberglass cast is used with a waterproof cast liner, water can drain from the cast and the padding will remain intact.
Prior to the development of these waterproof and breathable paddings, casts were padded with cotton. While cotton can be comfortable, it does not tolerate water and tends to collect sweat and odors over time. Because of this, the only way to clean the extremity was to see the doctor, have the cast removed, wash the skin, and get a new cast.
The waterproof materials used in these newer casts use synthetic alternatives to cotton-like Gore-Tex.
The covering is no different from cotton-padded casts. Most doctors have been using colorful fiberglass coverings to wrap casts for years.
Top 5 Waterproof Arm Cast Cover
1. DryPro Waterproof Vacuum Sealed Full Arm Cast Cover
Completely waterproof patented protection for above-the-elbow casts and wounds. Comes with pump to create a vacuum-seal. Once air is removed, dry pro can’t be taken off unintentionally and water can’t get inside. Bathe, shower or swim without worry of infection or damage to your cast or other arm wound. It is extremely important to measure before following size chart. Fits small children
2. DryPro Waterproof Vacuum Sealed Half Arm Cast Cover, Large
Completely waterproof patented protection for below-the-elbow casts and wounds comes with pump to create a vacuum-seal once air is removed drypro can’t be taken off unintentionally and water can’t get inside bathe, shower or swim without worry of infection or damage to your cast or other arm or leg wound
3. DMI Waterproof Arm Cast Protector
This convenient waterproof vinyl pediatric long arm cast protector will keep your cast or bandage from getting wet in the shower much better than using plastic bags. It forms a watertight seal, preventing water from getting in. That means you can shower as usual while recovering from an injury. The cast protector is made from durable abrasion-resistant vinyl and can be reused again and again. It measures 22 inches long to cover most children’s entire arm up to the shoulder. It contains a rubber diaphragm that stretches to make a watertight seal over your arm.
4. PICC LINE COVERS for Elbow/Knee Waterproof
The Shower SOC is a waterproof latex free PICC LINE water guard protector cover for the Mid-Arm/Bicep sizes 9 – 16 (inches) in circumference and 12 inches long. The Hospital “GOLD STANDARD” covers above and below the elbow.
5. DMI Waterproof Short Arm Cast Protector, Adult
This convenient waterproof vinyl arm cast protector will keep your cast or bandage from getting wet in the shower much better than using plastic bags. It forms a watertight seal, preventing water from getting in. That means you can shower as usual while recovering from an injury. The cast protector is made from durable abrasion-resistant vinyl and can be reused again and again. It measures 22 inches long. It contains a non-latex rubber diaphragm that stretches to make a watertight seal over your arm.
