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Performance Steps

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Begin wrapping the webril at the phalanges

CAUTION: If the cast padding is wrinkled it must be removed and new padding applied. Wrinkled
padding can cause pressure sores which can lead to ulcers
a. Hold webril with hand.
b. With 2nd hand unroll the webril 1/2 - 1 inch and grasp edge with index, middle finger and
thumb.
c. Place the edge of the webril at the distal aspect of the tibia/fibula and begin wrapping
around the malleolus two rotations.
NOTE: The technician may also start 1 inch distal to the edge of the stockinette.

NOTE: The webril application is started at the distal aspect of the tibia/fibula to provide an anchor and
extra padding to the malleolus.
d. Continue up the foot ending 1/2 inch distal to the edge of the stockinette.(Refer to Figure 3-
x).

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