Technique Summary for the Hybrid Fixator

Basic construction principles can be followed for all Hybrid Fixator frames, and are independent of the fracture location (proximal or distal tibia). Detailed instructions for these steps can be found in the previous sections of this technique guide. Click here for special considerations for distal tibial fractures.

1. Insert wires

2. Attach wires to ring

3. Tension wires

4. Trim wires

5. Construct anterior half-frame

6. Attach Hybrid construct to anterior half-frame

7. Reduce fracture

8. Add second rod

9. Optional:
Adjunctive Schanz screw in proximal fragment.

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