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Functional fracture bracing

A Sarmiento1, L L Latta

  • 1The Arthritis and Joint Replacement Institute, Coral Gables, FL 33146, USA.

The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
|January 23, 1999
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Functional fracture bracing effectively treats selected tibia, humerus, and ulna fractures, promoting bone healing with high union rates and acceptable functional outcomes. This method requires careful patient selection and understanding of its principles.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Traumatology
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Functional bracing is a therapeutic approach for specific bone fractures.
  • It is particularly effective for low-energy injuries of the tibia, humerus, and ulna.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and outcomes of functional bracing in managing selected fractures.
  • To define the indications and rationale for using functional bracing.

Main Methods:

  • Review of functional bracing application in tibial, humeral, and ulnar fractures.
  • Analysis of union rates, shortening, angulation, and functional results.

Main Results:

  • Tibial fractures show a 97% union rate with minimal, functionally acceptable shortening and angulation.

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  • Humeral fractures have a 3% nonunion rate, with acceptable deformities.
  • Isolated ulnar fractures have a 2% nonunion rate.

    • Conclusions:

    • Functional bracing is a successful treatment for selected fractures, promoting osteogenesis through controlled motion.
    • Successful application depends on understanding the rationale, indications, and technique for specific fracture types.