Distal Radius

Dynamic Compared with Static External Fixation of Unstable Fractures of the Distal Part of the Radius: A Prospective, Randomized Multicenter Study

Hove LM, Krukhaug Y, Revheim K, et al (Investigation performed at Haukelaud Univ Hosp, Bergen; Norway; Stavanger Univ Hosp, Norway; St Olav’s Univ Hosp, Trondheim, Norway) J Bone Joint Surg Am 92:1687-1696, 2010^§

Abstract

Background

External fixation is an established method of treating certain types of distal radial fractures. We have designed a dynamic external fixator to treat these fractures. The purpose of the present study was to compare this device with current static bridging external fixators in terms of anatomical and functional results.

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