Air Cast vs. Hard Cast for Ulna Fracture & Ankle Ligament Sprain

Air casts support your ankle and provide protection while walking or standing, reduce pain, control swelling and provide comfort to your ankle.

Here are some benefits of air cast:

- Comfortable to wear

- Easy to adjust

- Provides good support

- Allows for some movement

- Can be used in water

- It allows you to adjust your compression level.

- It makes bathing and showering easier.

Hard Cast:

Hard casts are usually made of fiberglass or plaster and immobilize your bones and prevent movement.

Hard cast benefits:

- Very strong and supportive

- Good for severe fractures

- Can be customised

Air casts are recommended more often than hard casts for broken ulna ripped ligaments in the ankle. Air cast offer many benefits over hard casts, including comfort, ease of use, adjustability, and water resistance.