- The Cast Protector is a premade device to pad a sports cast. It consists of an inner pad of closed cell foam and an outer polyester and spandex (elastane) cover. It is fastened by 4 velcro straps and is intended for use over a short arm cast or splint in sports requiring padding to play. - It was designed by an orthopedic surgeon with 30 years of onfield experience in consultation with certified athletic trainers. - The medium and large sizes have half inch padding and meet current high school and college guidelines for playing with and cast or splint. - The small size has a 3/8 inch pad and is intended for younger, smaller players at levels below high school. - The Cast Protector saves the cost of retaping every day. - Simplicity and ease of use define the idea while assuring adequate padding and compliance with rules of play. - The time of a Parent, coach or trainer is too valuable to waste making a new pad every day. - This pad can be applied by the player if necessary without worry.