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Adjustable Stiffness, External Fixator for the Rat Femur Osteotomy and Segmental Bone Defect Models
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New biomechanics study of hoffmann® external fixation
Orthopedics
|May 15, 2014
Summary
Researchers enhanced the Hoffmann Vidal external fixator, improving stiffness and versatility. New quadrangular and triangulate triple frame designs offer greater rigidity and adaptability for orthopedic applications.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic biomechanics
- Surgical instrumentation
Background:
- The Hoffmann Vidal external fixator is a widely used orthopedic device.
- Previous iterations of the double frame device had limitations in stiffness and versatility.
- Biomechanical studies have identified areas for improvement in external fixation systems.
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