Preferred 2.4mm Splinting Material Features
Resistance To Stretch -
- Tolerates minimum to moderate resistance to stretch
- Tolerates minimum to moderate handling during splint molding
- Handle on a horizontal plane and form splint in a gravity-assisted position
- Gentle, smooth motions yield superior results
Drape -
- Moderate drape with only light to moderate pressure
- Contours are quick to form
Memory -
- Minimum to moderate memory
- Splints can be modified a few times without thinning
- Requires less handling and maintains contours while cooling
Why to use Preferred 2.4mm Splinting Material?
Rigidity -
- Molded splints have a moderate rigidity
- A circumferential splint is flexible enough for easy donning and doffing, yet strong enough for immobilization
Exquisite Bonding -
- The unique powder coating gives a tacky feel that helps hold the material in place, without the material pulling or falling away
- The wet bond will hold firmly but can be pulled apart once cooled
- Dry heating two surfaces will form a strong bond
- For a permanent bond, use solvent minimally and dry heat prior to bonding
- Surface Finish
- Moderate resistance to fingerprints and resists showing stains
- Smooth, self-sealing cut edges remain sealed even after reheating
When to apply Preferred 2.4mm Splinting Material?
The 3/32" or 2.4mm Preferred is thin and lightweight, yet strong, and can be used for forearm and hand-based splints. Ideal for arthritis splints, post-operative splints, and for pediatric splints when children are able to cooperate.
