Physics behind the implants used for high strain fractures: literature review
2018
Aline Schafrum Macedo | Paulo Vinicius Tertuliano Marinho | Ísis dos Santos Dal-Bó | Thales Bregadioli | Gabriel Diamante | Bianca Fiuza | André Luis do Valle De Zoppa | Cassio Ricardo Auada Ferrigno
Whenever bone fractures occur, external forces produce continuous interfragmentary motion and a stabilization method is necessary. It is known that the mechanical conditions at the fracture site influence bone callus formation during healing process. To achieve primary (direct) bone healing, absolute stability at the fracture site is necessary. Perren’s concept of strain determines that relative deformation at the fracture gap depends on the original gap’s conformation. Simple fractures (without comminution) are considered high strain fractures since a small force applied to the fracture site results in great movement with deleterious effects on the healing process. The purpose of this study is to review the available literature regarding factors that influence the mechanics of high strain fractures in veterinary medicine, its treatment methods and implants available. Each fracture configuration requires special attention and critical care in choosing the osteosynthesis method and the type of stability required for consolidation to occur within the expected time. One must know the strain theory to become an orthopedic surgeon.
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