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    This study introduces a safe, noninvasive electrical stimulation technique for fracture healing. While it alters callus volume and trabecular orientation, increased callus size does not fully restore bone strength.

    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Orthopedics
    • Regenerative Medicine

    Background:

    • Fracture healing is a complex biological process.
    • Current treatments for non-union fractures can be invasive.
    • Noninvasive methods for enhancing fracture repair are needed.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce and evaluate a novel, simple, safe, and noninvasive electrical stimulation technique for fracture healing.
    • To investigate the effects of electrical current density on callus volume and trabecular bone orientation.
    • To assess the impact of altered trabecular orientation on the mechanical strength of healed bone.

    Main Methods:

    • External electrodes were applied to the fracture site.
    • Electrical current was passed across the fractured limb.

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  • Callus volume and trabecular orientation were analyzed.
  • Mechanical strength of the healed bone was compared to controls.

    • Main Results:

    • Electrical stimulation altered callus volume and trabecular orientation.
    • Complete change from longitudinal to transverse trabecular orientation was observed.
    • Increased callus volume did not compensate for reduced bone strength.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed electrical stimulation technique is safe, simple, and noninvasive.
    • Electrical stimulation influences callus formation and bone microstructure.
    • Altered trabecular orientation can compromise biomechanical integrity despite increased callus volume.