Theoretical studies on stress protection in fractures treated by osteosynthesis
Fux, H.D.; Mattheck, C.; Morawietz, P.; Spohn, K.
Aktuelle Traumatologie 14(6): 266-270
1984
ISSN/ISBN: 0044-6173 PMID: 6151799 Document Number: 238986
Using a simple model geometry the effect of stress protection in a bone caused by combination with a metal plate is studied. It is found that no global stress protection exists in any case. The stresses in the bone can be higher than in the homogeneous bone without any reinforcement. Therefore, a consideration of any special type of implantation should be done.