A high-tech plaster that’s stuck to the back of the knee could lower the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or blood clots in the leg following surgery. The plaster generates electronic pulses ...

People with a sprained ankle recover faster if they are given a plaster cast, British researchers say. A study of 600 patients found that a 10-day below-knee cast is more effective than standard ...

If you need a cast for a broken arm, to mend after knee surgery, or for another injury ... or other soft padding that rests on your skin. Plaster cast. This is made of plaster of Paris, a white ...

Many mixtures are called plaster of Paris—so named for the abundant deposits of […] A common casting medium, plaster is also a popular pick for making molds.