3D-printed splints replace plaster casts in Girona hospitals

Three healthcare centers in the Girona region have successfully validated the use of custom 3D-printed splints for wrist fractures.

Generic image of a 3D-printed medical splint for wrist fractures.
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Generic image of a 3D-printed medical splint for wrist fractures.

Three hospitals in the Girona region, in [Olot](https://www.diaridegirona.cat/comarques/olot/), [Blanes](https://www.diaridegirona.cat/selva/blanes/), and [Campdevànol](https://www.diaridegirona.cat/tags/hospital-de-campdevanol/), have successfully implemented 3D-printed splints to treat patients with wrist fractures.

These rigid elements, made from resin and available in various sizes, offer effective joint fixation, replacing the traditional plaster cast method. The technology allows the splint to be reused during periodic check-ups, reducing waste generation and saving water and costs.
Healthcare professionals highlight the benefits of this innovation, which in some cases could speed up the recovery process and improve patient comfort. Distal radius fractures, commonly known as wrist fractures, are among the most frequent injuries in the population.