Theoretical solutions for internal bone remodeling of diaphyseal shafts using adaptive elasticity theory

In this paper we considered the problem of internal bone remodeling induced by casting a broken femur. It is shown that, after the removal of the plastercast, the healing bone is either becoming more porous and less stiff or it is osteoporotic. The result is theoretical, based on a theory of internal bone remodeling proposed by Hegedus and Cowin (Journal of Elasticity 6, 1976, 337-352).