Applying fiberglass or plaster to lower leg for long leg cast

When making a long leg cast, cast tape (or plaster) is applied to the lower leg first. The cast tape is wrapped over the padding, moving from distal to proximal. Before the final layer is applied, the distal portion of the stockinette is folded back over the top of the cast tape, and then a final layer of cast tape is applied. A total of 8 to 12 layers of plaster or 5 to 6 layers of fiberglass should be applied.