Abstract
The tensioned locking plate technique takes advantage of two fracture healing modalities. A direct healing effect from osteon bridging due to lag screw compression is combined with axial and angular stability provided by a locking plate construct.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 565-569 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Orthopedics |
Volume | 31 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jun 1 2008 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine