Simulating Prophylactic Fixation Methods for Osteoporotic Femoral Neck Fracture Prevention
Roytman G, Ramji A, Beitler B, Yoo B, Leslie M, Baumgaertner M, Tommasini S, Wiznia D. Simulating Prophylactic Fixation Methods for Osteoporotic Femoral Neck Fracture Prevention. Geriatric Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation 2022, 13: 21514593221141376. PMID: 36533207, PMCID: PMC9747871, DOI: 10.1177/21514593221141376.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchFemoral neck systemDynamic hip screwExternal forcesImpact scenariosFemoral neck fracturesSingle-leg stanceFemoral neckHigh stiffnessFall scenariosNeck fracturesFracture patternsLeg stanceConstruct stiffnessLateral impactStiffnessChoice of implantsDifferent implantsSawbone femurProphylactic stabilizationGeriatric patientsHigh morbidityFracture preventionProphylactic fixationSurgical correctionClinical trials