castmedial
Castmedial is a term used in several technical disciplines to refer to aspects of a cast or casting that relate to the medial, or toward the midline, portion of a structure. Because it spans multiple fields, the exact meaning of castmedial depends on context, and there is no single standardized definition.
The word combines cast (to form an object by pouring material into a mold) with medial (located
In medicine and rehabilitation, castmedial can describe design choices in orthopedic casts that influence the medial
Because the term is not universally standardized, its interpretation can vary by discipline and institution. When
See also: plaster cast, mold, immobilization, casting process.