Designer Jake Evill has developed a 3D-printed cast for people with fractured and broken bones that is longer lasting than traditional plaster casts. The design, dubbed the Cortex Exoskeleton, provides more structured support as well as a higher resistance to wear and tear than traditional casts. In addition to a lighter and stronger body, the cast is  waterproof. The process of creating the cast has also been simplified. An X-ray of the break is now combined with a 3D scan of the limb, then a custom sleeve is printed.

What sparks our fire: We remember the tried and true cast waterproofing technique. Showering with a garbage bag.

What medical advancements will 3D printing contribute to next?

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-Canopy Team