I recently fracture my foot and I am getting a cast tommorow do I pay more and get the waterproof one?

Question

Its a little more expensive but the doctor thinks I should get it,anyone have experiance with this gortex stuff?

Answer 1

You have just broken your foot, you have to take every precaution necessary, to keep if from being either infected or in this case irritated.

I know I was in a cast for 8 months and I had a waterproof cast and it saved me a lot worry when taking showers and baths. Moisture breeds bacteria and creates other hosts of problems.

I know its a bit more, but its well worth it.

Answer 2

Yes, I have unfortunately broken several bones and highly recommend the waterproof version. If it accidentally becomes wet you can use a blow dryer to fix it, where as with the old plaster cast you would need to go in and have a new one put on if significant damage was done. Personally that's a cost and time savings to me. It's also more light weight, thinner and comes in cool colors. I believe these are also pluses. I pray that your foot heals quickly. Good luck.