Principles of stability selection of implants and the combination of absolute and relative stability
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Further reading
- Bonyun M, Nauth A, Egol KA, et al. Hot topics in biomechanically directed fracture fixation. J Orthop Trauma. 2014;28 Suppl 1:S32–35.
- Claes L. Biomechanical principles and mechanobiologic aspects of flexible and locked plating. J Orthop Trauma. 2011 Feb;25 Suppl 1:S4–7.
- Gautier E. Bridge plating. AO Dialogue. 2009 (2):24–27.
- Hunt SB, Buckley RE. Locking plates: a current concepts review of technique and indications for use. Acta Chir Orthop Traumatol Cech. 2013;80(3):185–191.
- Krettek C, Miclau T, Grun O, et al. Intraoperative control of axes, rotation and length in femoral and tibial fractures. Technical note. Injury. 1998;29 Suppl 3:C29–39.
- Pauwels F. Biomechanics of the locomotor apparatus: contributions on the functional anatomy of the locomotor apparatus. Maquet P, Furlong R, trans-rev. Berlin New York: Springer-Verlag; 1980.
- Perren SM. The biomechanics and biology of internal fixation using plates and nails. Orthopedics. 1989 Jan;12(1):21–34.
- Perren SM. Minimally invasive internal fixation history, essence and potential of a new approach. Injury. 2001 May;32 Suppl 1:Sa1–3.
- Perren SM. Evolution of the internal fixation of long bone fractures. The scientific basis of biological internal fixation: choosing a new balance between stability and biology. J Bone Joint Surg Br. 2002 Nov;84(8):1093–1110.
- Ricci WM. Use of Locking Plates in Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery. JBJS Rev. 2015 Mar 17;3(3).
- Stoffel K, Lorenz KU, Kuster MS. Biomechanical considerations in plate osteosynthesis: the effect of plate-to-bone compression with and without angular screw stability. J Orthop Trauma. 2007 Jul;21(6):362–368.
- Wagner M, Frigg R. Internal Fixators—Concepts and Cases Using LCP and LISS. New York: Thieme; 2006.