Plate Versus Intramedullary Nail Fixation of Anterior Tibial Stress Fractures: A Biomechanical Study
Conclusion:
Plate fixation was superior to IM nail fixation in limiting the opening of a simulated midtibial stress fracture, and anterior-posterior placement of the plate was an important variable for this construct.
Clinical Relevance:
Results from these tests can help guide the selection of fixation hardware for patients requiring surgical treatment for a midtibial stress fracture.
Source: The American Journal of Sports Medicine - Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Markolf, K. L., Cheung, E., Joshi, N. B., Boguszewski, D. V., Petrigliano, F. A., McAllister, D. R. Tags: Biomechanics, bone, Stress fractures, Military training, Running Foot, Ankle, and Leg Source Type: research
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