The Rolyan Polyflex II stands as an industry-standard choice in physical rehabilitation, specifically developed to withstand high-demand, heavy-work environments without structural breakdown. This medical-grade thermoplastic sheet features a thickness of 2.4mm, offering structural rigidity and stable, firm support for upper and lower extremity applications.
What sets Polyflex II apart from generic alternatives is its unique combination of minimum resistance to stretch and maximum conformability. When heated in a hydrocollator or splint bath, the material exhibits a natural drape that conforms effortlessly to complex anatomical contours under gentle pressure, drastically minimising the time required to mould an intimate, custom fit. This precise contouring prevents high-pressure focal points and limits splint migration, enhancing patient compliance.
Crucially, it is the only material in its class engineered with the flexibility required to directly resist stress fatigue and prevent micro-cracks from forming or spreading during repetitive high-load flexing. Featuring a water-based, non-stick protective coating, it prevents accidental self-bonding during initial moulding while facilitating smooth, clean, self-finishing edges when trimmed warm.
Features:
3.2mm Traditional Thickness – Provides substantial structural stability and maximum support, making it ideal for larger functional splints, fracture braces, and progressive orthoses.
1% Micro-Perforation Pattern – Enhances skin ventilation and airflow, reducing humidity build-up under the orthosis without sacrificing the overall rigidity or strength of the cured material.
Water-Based Non-Stick Coating – Prevents the warm material from accidentally adhering to linens or bonding to itself, giving clinicians greater handling control before finalising the shape.
High Conformability & Maximum Drape – Adapts intimately to detailed anatomical surface contours with minimal handling, reducing fabrication time and optimising patient comfort.
Fatigue & Crack Resistance – Engineered with long-term structural flexibility when cured, ensuring the orthosis tolerates daily physical stress and resists cracking in heavy-work environments.
X-Ray Translucent Matrix – Allows patients to undergo standard diagnostic imaging without removing the splint, preserving continuous joint immobilisation and therapeutic positioning.
Benefits:
Enhanced Patient Comfort: The deep conforming capabilities ensure fewer friction spots and fewer pressure-related complications, leading to better compliance with wear schedules.
Improved Skin Hygiene: The subtle 1% ventilation pattern minimises sweat retention, protecting delicate skin profiles during long-term immobilisation protocols.
Streamlined Clinical Workflow: Minimum material memory means it can be reheated and reshaped multiple times for progressive adjustments as oedema or joint alignment changes.
Professional Edge Finish: Cutting the material while warm creates smooth, self-rounded edges automatically, eliminating the need for tedious manual sanding or rough edge padding.
Adaptable Bonding States: Clinicians can establish a temporary bond by pinching warm edges together or create a permanent structural bond simply by removing the surface coating with a solvent or scraping tool.
Patient Safety Assurance: Fully biocompatible, non-toxic, and biodegradable composition minimises the risk of topical dermal reactions during continuous skin contact.
Best Suited For:
Occupational Therapists (OTs)
Hand Therapists
Rehabilitation Clinics and Hospitals
Orthopaedic Specialists
Sports Medicine Facilities
Specifications:
Product Name: Polyflex II Perforated White Splinting Material
Brand: Rolyan (Performance Health)
Product Type: Low-Temperature Thermoplastic Sheet
Dimensions: 61 cm x 91 cm
Thickness: 2.1 mm
Perforation: 1% ventilation pattern
Rigidity: Moderate to Maximum (Young's Modulus: 49.8 kpsi)
Material Safety: 100% Latex-free, BPA-free, Phthalates-free, and PVC-free
Colour: Opaque White
Warranty
Hygiene Product Return Policy: Due to strict health, safety, and infection control regulations, the Rolyan Polyflex II is classified as a consumable hygiene product. We are unable to accept returns or exchanges on this item once it has been dispatched, unless a verified manufacturing defect is present. Please store the material correctly (between 4°C and 32°C, away from UV light) to ensure product longevity before use.
What’s Included
1 x Sheet of Rolyan Polyflex Perforated Thermoplastic Splinting 3.2mm x 61cm x 91cm
Note: Splint baths, heat guns, strapping materials, and bonding solvents are sold separately.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How must the material be prepared before it is applied to a patient?
A: To ensure professional clinical hygiene, the thermoplastic sheet must be thoroughly cleaned and dried before its first use and subsequent moulding. Wash the sheet with mild soap and lukewarm water, ensuring it dries completely before heating or skin application.
Q: What are the exact heating time and temperature requirements?
A: The sheet should be immersed in a hot water splint bath regulated between 65°C and 70°C for approximately 1 minute. This activation period provides a generous 3-to-5-minute window of working time for moulding and adjustment.
Q: Can this material be safely heated with a heat gun?
A: A water-filled splint bath or hydrocollator is the recommended method for uniform activation. A heat gun should only be used for localised spot-heating, minor adjustments, or softening edges during multi-functional assembly and strap attachment.
Q: How does the material behave if it needs to be remoulded?
A: Polyflex II features minimum memory. While it can be safely reheated and adjusted several times to match changes in patient anatomy or swelling, it will not return to its original flat sheet dimension once it has been fully stretched or moulded.
