Rolyan Aquaplast Original Single Sheet

Rolyan Aquaplast Original Sheet Features

• Translucent when heated
• Edges trim easily
• Latex free
• Adhesive Properties:
  - Aquaplast-T, Resilient-T, ProDrape-T, Watercolors, Polyform, Polyflex II, Orthoplast, OrthoPlast II and TailorSplint have a protective coating to prevent accidental self-bonding.
  - To bond these materials, remove the coating by scraping the surface or brushing the surface with an acetone material.
  - Spot-heat both surfaces with a heat gun until they become tacky, make sure both surfaces are dry, and then press firmly together.
  - This technique will provide a a permanent bond, ideal for adding outriggers and other attachments to the finished splint.
  - Original Aquaplast, Original Resilient, Ezeform and Synergy do not have a protective coating, and they are self-bonding when both pieces are hot and dry
  - A solvent is not requiredbut cleaning the splint surface prior to bonding is recommended.
• Adjustments:
  - Change in contour or design of the splint can be accomplished easily by spot-heating the area by pouring hot water over it or using a heat gun.
  - Care should be taken not to overheat the material when using a heat gunkeep the hot air stream of the heat gun moving and do not hold it too close to the material.
• Patterning:
  - Patterns can be drawn on all splinting materials with a scratch awl before placing the material in the water.
• Cutting:
  - All splinting materials can be cut at room temperature by using heavy-duty shears, or scoring with a utility knife and bending at the scored mark, then completing the cut with a knife or scissors.
  - If more detailed pattern-making is required, it is recommended that the pattern be transferred to the splinting material to make a rough blank.
  - Then heat the rough blank for one- half the recommended time or until material is soft enough to cut with scissors.
  - This method will reduce rough edges and save time with edge finishing.
  - Light splinting materials can be cut at room temperature using scissors.
• Forming:
  - After the pattern is made, the splinting material should be heated in water as indicated in the temperature and time chart.
  - The entire pattern or piece of material should feel soft when removed from the water.
  - When Aquaplast materials become transparent or translucent in a heat pan, the material is soft and ready to form.
  - When the material is soft, remove it from the water and pat it dry with an absorbent towel. (To avoid towel impressions or lint, cover the towel with a pillow case before drying the splinting material.)
  - Check the temperature of the material before beginning to fabricate the splint on the patient.
  - Forming some splints on a patient is easier with the assistance of gravity.
  - When forming a volar forearm splint, for example, place the patients hand in supination whenever possible, to allow the splinting material to drape into the arches of the hand.
• Heating:
  - For a chart giving heating information for each material, see Water Temperature and Time Guide for Rolyan and Rolyan Aquaplast Splinting Materials.
  - The best method for softening all splinting materials is heated water. Use a heat gun only for spot-heating and making adjustments.
  - For hot water heating, fill frying pan or heat pan with water at least 1" (2.5 cm) deep.
  - Heat water to temperature recommended in the chart (use thermo meter to measure water temperature). For Aquaplast splinting materials, use a heat pan liner in the bottom of the heat pan or frying pan. Hydrocollator units can be used for large pieces of splinting material. Use a heat pan liner to dip the material into the unit, to ensure that the material does not touch the bottom. Do not leave the splint blank unattended.
  - In addition to hot water heating, San-Splint, and Aquaplast materials can be heated in a convection oven.
  - Note that dry heating makes the material self-bonding, so no surface preparation is required for bonding.
  - Material that is heated in the oven also becomes hotter than material heated in water; check temperature carefully before applying it to the patient.
  - Heat material without overlapping or folding on a baking sheet with a non-stick surface in a preheated oven as follows.
  - Aquaplast: heat at 195° to 205°F (90‚¬€œ95°C) for up to 10 minutes or until transparent or translucent.
  Note: Overheating splinting materials increases the draping/stretching characteristics; cool slightly before handling it to avoid excess stretching.
• Cooling:
  - Cold water, cold packs, cold spray, or cold wraps can be used to speed the cooling process.
  - Exercise band that has been stored in a freezer can also be used to speed the cooling process.
• Edge Finishing:
  - Smooth edges by heating the rough edges of the splinting material with a heat gun or dipping the edge into heated water for 5 to 10 seconds.
  - Smooth the heated edges using finger tips or the palm of the handa small amount of hand or body lotion on the finger tips makes smoothing the edges easier.
• Fabricated splints:
  - The splint will lose its shape in temperatures over 135°F (57°C). It should be kept away from sources of heat such as ovens, hot water, open flames, and sunny car windows.
  - The splint can be cleaned with soap and lukewarm water.
  - The straps can be washed with soap and water, but the adhesive portion should not be moistened.
  - The splint and straps should be allowed to dry thoroughly before reapplication of the splint.
• Care and Cleaning Splinting materials:
  - The shelf life of low-temperature splinting materials is indefinite under the following conditions:
  - Store at temperatures between 40° and 90°F (4° and 32°C).
  - Store at less than 65% relative humidity.
  - Avoid prolonged exposure to light, especially ultraviolet light.
  - Avoid exposure to corrosive fumes and ethylene oxide fumes.
• Precautions for Finished Orthosis:
  - Splint adjustments are to be made only by a healthcare professional.
  - The healthcare professional is responsible for providing wearing instructions and precautions to other healthcare practitioners, care providers involved in the patients care, and the patient.
  - If unusual swelling, skin discoloration or discomfort occurs, use should be discontinued and a healthcare professional consulted.

What to buy with Aquaplast Single Sheet

• Neoloop Latex Free Splinting Material Sheet
• Strava Smart Splint Pan
• Base 2 Outrigger Starter Kit

Recommended Uses

• Splints that require revisions 
• Serial Splints
• Large splints 
• Splints for spasticity 
• Ankle stirrup splints 
• Foot drop splints

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