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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic surgery
    • Biomedical engineering
    • Biomechanics

    Background:

    • External fixation is crucial for bone fracture treatment.
    • Assessing mechanical stability and applied forces is vital for optimal healing.
    • Current methods for intraoperative and postoperative force measurement can be limited.

    Discussion:

    • A novel force measurement device, the force ring measuring box, has been developed and clinically applied.
    • This device is compatible with the ASIF external fixator system.
    • Its use validates the mechanical stability of the external fixation construct.

    Key Insights:

    • The force ring measuring box provides objective confirmation of mechanical stability in external fixation.
    • The device is beneficial for monitoring and managing compressive forces at the fracture site during the postoperative period.
    • This tool can potentially improve fracture management outcomes.

    Outlook:

    • Further clinical validation and integration of this device into standard orthopedic practice.
    • Potential for application in other external fixation systems.
    • Exploration of advanced data analysis for predicting healing trajectories based on force measurements.