Casts are used for broken bones and other situations requiring immobilization. Unfortunately, over time, traditional plaster casts can begin to smell. Sweating underneath the cast, as well as failure to keep it dry, can cause odor. There are many ways to treat your cast once it begins to smell.
Tell your doctor about the cast smell and ask for it to be looked at. In some cases, a cast can be removed and replaced with a new cast. Odors can signify more serious conditions, like skin infections, so always notify your doctor.
Try different methods that may ease or eliminate the odor. Baking soda can absorb moisture on the cast. Sprinkle it lightly on the cast and rub in. Perfume is an easy alternative that doesn’t solve the problem, but does offer immediate relief. Rub a fabric softener sheet on the cast for the same temporary affect as the perfume.
Apply products made just for casts. Cast Comfort Spray is a talcum-based powder that is easy to apply and inexpensive. Apply vacuum suction using a product, CastCooler, designed specifically to cool the skin under the cast and remove any moisture.
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Ask your doctor about a waterproof cast, which doesn't have the odor problems of traditional plaster casts.
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Never wash a cast that isn’t waterproof. Don’t push sharp things under the cast to get at your skin, this can be damaging to you and the cast.
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Plaster casts are used to immobilize broken bones while they heal and to stretch body parts into their proper position, like casting to correct club feet. Fracture casts are typically removed in the doctor's office with a vibrating cast saw, specifically designed to protect the underlying skin from being cut. Occasionally you might need to remove the cast yourself, particularly if it is compromising blood circulation. Casting to correct deformities is usually done in a series -- a cast is worn for one or two weeks, removed and a new cast is applied in the newly stretched position. These types of casts are sometimes removed at home -- particularly for children who might be scared of a cast saw. Plaster casts can be removed in a few steps.
Fill the bucket with warm water, deep enough to fully submerge the cast. Add one tablespoon of vinegar to the water to break down the plaster material.
Soak the cast until the plaster begins to loosen. Grab a loose piece and unwrap the layers. This process can take up to 1-2 hours to complete.
Wash your skin with soap and water when the cast is removed. Dump the bucket water outside to prevent the plaster from clogging a drain inside the house.
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On Windows 10, Cast to Device (formerly known as Play To), is a feature that allows you to stream content, such as videos, music, and pictures, using Windows Media Player to another device (including your Xbox One) using DLNA or Miracast technology.
File Explorer includes a 'Cast to Device' option in the context menu when you right-click a compatible file, but if you rarely (or never) use this feature, you can remove it from the context menu.
In this Windows 10 guide, we'll walk you through the steps to quickly remove the 'Cast to Device' option from the context menu in File Explorer.
How to remove 'Cast to Device' from context menu
Windows 10 adds Cast to Device to the context menu using a specific shell extension, which you can block from loading using a simple tweak in the Registry, therefore removing the entry from the menu when right-clicking a file.
Important: This is a friendly reminder to let you know that editing the registry is risky, and it can cause irreversible damage to your installation if you don't do it correctly. It's recommended to make a full backup of your PC before proceeding.
Use the Windows key + R keyboard shortcut to open the Run command.
Right-click on Shell Extensions, select New and click Key.
Name the key Blocked and press Enter.
Inside the Blocked (folder) key, right-click on the right, select New and click String Value.
Name the string {7AD84985-87B4-4a16-BE58-8B72A5B390F7} and press Enter.
Restart your computer to complete the task.
Once your computer reboots, you'll notice that the Cast to Device option will be gone from the context menu when right-clicking a video, music, or picture file.
Context menu with 'Cast to device' option (left), Context menu without 'Cast to device' option (right)
You can always change your mind and revert the changes by following the steps mentioned above. Outlook stuck on loading profile. However, this time, delete the Blocked key you created on step 5 or delete the string created on step 7.
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