Primary stability in locking plate fixation for proximal humeral fractures may be increased by using an additional nail osteosynthesis in combination with locking plate osteosynthesis —A biomechanical comparison

The results indicate that locking plate fixation provides less primary stability than intramedullary nailing or the combined of both techniques. This combined approach may offer advantages as a treatment for complex proximal humeral fractures in osteoporotic bone, and specific implants should be developed to ensure optimal treatment.

Source: Clinical Biomechanics - March 27, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Tobias Sch öbel, Maximilian Gemkow, Toni Wendler, Stefan Schleifenbaum, Sabine Löffler, Jan Theopold, Pierre Hepp Source Type: research