External Coaptation

Question 1

What are the uses of External Coaptation? (3)

Answer 1

• to stabilise fragments & eliminate forces acting on the fracture (allows early weight bearing)
• reduce or prevent swelling
• protects the wound

Question 2

What is the difference between synthetic and non synthetic secondary layers?

Answer 2

synthetic is more permeable but can cause skin reactions
non synthetic is very permeable but no skin reaction

Question 3

Bandages are the simplest external coaptation technique- what is their role?

Answer 3

temporary support and swelling management

Question 4

When are splinted supported bandages contraindicated?

Answer 4

Only to be used for fractures distal of the patella and elbow

Question 5

What is a Robert Jones bandage?

Answer 5

bulky cotton wool based bandage

Question 6

What is a modified Robert Jones bandage?

Answer 6

less bulky version of the robert jones made from cast padding instead of cotton wool