Functional Bracing for Pediatric Femoral Shaft Fractures
ABSTRACT: Functional femur bracing is an alternative to spica casting in toddlers and preschool-aged patients with femoral shaft fractures. Prefabricated braces can be applied at the bedside quickly with minimal training and without anesthesia. The braces are adjustable to allow optimal positioning...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2024-08-01
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Series: | Journal of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2768276524009179 |