Distractors and Fixators

Distraction osteogenesis is based on the body’s own ability to cause a fracture to heal and is described as the process of new bone formation between osteotomized bone segments that are gradually separated by incremental traction. Precisely, the process is initiated when distraction forces are applied to the callus formed between the two bone parts, and continues as long as these tissues are stretched; generally at a rate of 1mm per day. The traction generates tension that stimulates new callus formation and in this way bone is lengthened continuously.

Distraction osteogenesis offers many advantages over conventional methods of treatment:

• No need for bone grafts.
• Minimal risk of infection because vital bone is distracted.
• Not only the bone but also the soft tissue is distracted, so that the new bone is permanently stabilized.
• The results of the distraction can be reproduced.
• Simple surgical procedure which does not essentially differ from standard osteosynthesis techniques used in CMF surgery.

For in-depth information, documentation, key publications and specifications, head to the KLS Martin website here.

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