3B9

Articular fracture of the proximal tibia treated with the Sheffield Ring Fixator. Also shows use of an orthogonal screw in the tibia.

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Q.ty	Catalogue N.	Description
2	81002A	2/3 RING INNER DIAMETER 175MM
2	80031	3-HOLE WIRE CLAMP SLIDER UNIT
2	80025	TWO-HOLE K-WIRE SECURING PIN
3	80047	REDUCTION UNIT
3	80112	X-WIRE WITH LATERAL OLIVE DIAMETER 2 MM LENGTH 400 MM
1	80035	SHEFFIELD CLAMP
1	80074	SINGLE SCREW CLAMP
3	10165	CORTICAL SCREW 150/40 MM SHAFT D 6 MM THREAD D 6-5 MM

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The Ring Fixation System - Part A: The Hybrid Fixator

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The Orthofix Hybrid Fixation System

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	PQ_EXF - Orthofix External Fixation System
	PQ_ISP - Orthofix Fixation System Medical Devices
	PQ_SCR - Orthofix Bone Screws for External Fixation System
	PQ_SHH - Sheffield Ring Fixator and related hybrid fixator
	PQ_SUO - Risks Due to the Re-Use of "Single Use" Device

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Category: Fractures

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The successful outcome of a deformity correction with external fixation surgery relies also on a meticulous post-operative management approach. It is critical to optimal healing and the restoration of functionality. Wound care, pain control, rehabilitation exercises, monitoring of complications, and regular follow-ups are integral to a faster recovery.^[¹^]

Weight Bearing and Dynamization

2021-11-17

Weigh bearing is considered a significant clinical issue particularly when an external fixator has been applied to a lower limb. If mechanical stability is in fact a mandatory condition for promoting fracture healing, other key components for a full recovery of the bone are early weight bearing and dynamization.

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