Distraction with external fixator for contractures of proximal interphalangeal jointsGood outcome in 10 cases

Shirzad Houshian; Henrik Schrøder

doi:10.1080/00016470412331294505

Distraction with external fixator for contractures of proximal interphalangeal jointsGood outcome in 10 cases

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Shirzad Houshian
Henrik Schrøder

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https://doi.org/10.1080/00016470412331294505

Abstract

We present a new and simple technique for the treatment of proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint contractures by mini Orthofix external fixator without open surgery. The technique was tested on 10 patients. We found that the fixator is easy to apply and effective in reducing contractures of the PIP joint by soft tissue distraction.

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2004-01-01

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Houshian, S., & Schrøder, H. (2004). Distraction with external fixator for contractures of proximal interphalangeal jointsGood outcome in 10 cases. Acta Orthopaedica, 75(2), 225–228. https://doi.org/10.1080/00016470412331294505

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Acta Orthopaedica, Volume 75, Issue 2 (2004)

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