Omega Black Thermoplastic 3.2mm Splinting Material

Features of Omega Black Thermoplastic

• Resistance to Stretch
  • Maximum resistance to stretch
  • Omega Black can be stretched and pulled around curves without thinning or growing out of control.
  • Good for infrequent or novice splinters.
• Drape
  • Minimum drape
  • Use firm handling to make large or small contours
  • Ideal for splinting clients who are unable to cooperate due to spasticity or non-painful contractures.
• Memory
  • Moderate memory helps hold the formed shape when reheated.
  • Makes smooth, sealed edges if cut when warm.
• Rigidity
  • Maximum rigidity
  • Upper and lower extremity splints will hold their position even against strong pressure or hypertonicity.
• Surface Finish
  • Maximum resistance to fingerprints. Can tolerate aggressive handling, resulting in a semi-glossy appearance.
  • If pressure or wrappings are removed while Omega Black is still warm, marks will disappear from the surface.

What to buy with Omega Black Thermoplastic 3.2mm Splinting Material?

Norco Silicon Rubber Larger Portions Exercise Putty

Norco Mini Vibrator Manual Massager

Fabrication Point Relief HotSpot Warming Gel

 

When to use Omega Black Thermoplastic Splinting Material?

1/8" thickness is recommended for larger areas:

• Spasticity splints
• Lower extremity positioning splints
• Back supports
• Serial static splinting
• 3/32" thickness makes excellent fitting wrist and hand splints.