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A J Spriggins1, D L Bader, J L Cunningham

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Acta Orthopaedica Scandinavica
|April 1, 1989
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Controlled distraction of the rabbit tibia growth plate showed that fracture occurred at higher forces (20-32 N) and distraction rates. Lower forces (6-18 N) resulted in hyperplasia without fracture, indicating rate and force dependency.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Biomechanical Engineering
  • Skeletal Biology

Background:

  • Controlled distraction is used to stimulate bone growth.
  • Understanding the mechanical forces on the growth plate is crucial for optimizing distraction osteogenesis.
  • Previous studies have not fully elucidated the force-dependent responses of the growth plate to distraction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the axial forces and mechanical responses of the proximal tibial growth plate in rabbits during controlled distraction.
  • To determine the relationship between distraction rate, applied force, and the occurrence of growth plate fracture versus hyperplasia.

Main Methods:

  • Twenty-four skeletally mature rabbits were subjected to controlled distraction using a dual-frame external fixator.

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  • Distraction rates of 0.13, 0.26, and 0.53 mm/24 hours were applied.
  • Strain gauges measured axial forces across the growth plate before and after distraction.

    • Main Results:

    • Two distinct force patterns were observed: one group showed forces increasing to 20-32 N followed by a sudden decrease, indicating fracture with hyperplasia.
    • The other group exhibited lower maximum forces of 6-18 N, associated with hyperplasia but no fracture.
    • Growth plate response was dependent on both the magnitude of force and the rate of distraction.

    Conclusions:

    • Controlled distraction can lead to either growth plate fracture or hyperplasia based on the applied force and distraction rate.
    • Lower distraction rates and forces below a critical peak force promote physeal hyperplasia without fracture.
    • Higher forces exceeding a critical threshold result in growth plate fracture and associated hyperplasia.