Samchukov ML, Clifford CE, McCann KM, Cherkashin AM, Hutchinson B, Pierce WA. Biomechanical Considerations in Foot and Ankle Circular External Fixation: Maintenance of Wire Tension.
Clin Podiatr Med Surg 2018;
35:443-455. [PMID:
30223952 DOI:
10.1016/j.cpm.2018.05.004]
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Abstract
Initial tensioning of the forefoot wires to 130 kg followed by simultaneous tensioning of the calcaneal wires to 90 kg and using the rigid double-row foot plate closed anteriorly via threaded rods produce maximum preservation of the initial wire tension during foot circular external fixation.
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