If you have to wear a cast for the next several weeks, one of the first things your doctor tells you is to keep it dry at all times. While it may seem like bathing will be a challenge, an adult arm ...

A startup company based in Chicago has designed a new, waterproof cast that looks — and functions — like something out of a sci-fi film. The cast, developed by engineers at the company Cast21, can be ...

Casts haven’t changed much, over time. Maybe it’s because the job they have to do is so simple: Keep the limb stable, steady, and stiff. But they also have to meet other, collateral demands: For ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. When Kelly Anderson shed her arm cast two months after a wrist ...

No one plans on a broken arm or wrist, and the strict rules about proper cast care can add insult to the injury. A good-quality cast cover for bathing can make your recovery time a little easier, ...