Abstract
Introduction: Pediatric femur fractures are frequently encountered injuries. For patients aged 6 months to 5 years old the most common treatment for these fractures is spica casting. It has been noted, however, that spica casts represent a significant burden to parents. Furthermore, at most centers spica casts are applied in an operating room under general anesthesia, increasing healthcare costs and exposing children to the potential complications associated with anesthesia. A possible alternative to spica casting is a long leg splint extending onto the flank. Such a splint could be …
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