Application of 3D–printed and patient-specific cast for the treatment of distal radius fractures: initial experience
Journal Title: 3D Printing in Medicine - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue
Abstract
Distal radius fracture is common in the general population. Fracture management includes a plaster cast, splint and synthetic material cast to immobilise the injured arm. Casting complications are common in those conventional casting technologies. 3D printing technology is a rapidly increasing application in rehabilitation. However, there is no clinical study investigating the application of a 3D–printed orthopaedic cast for the treatment of bone fractures. We have developed a patient-specific casting technology fabricated by 3D printing. This pioneering study aims to use 3D–printed casts we developed for the treatment of distal radius fractures, to provide the foundation for conducting additional clinical trials, and to perform clinical assessments.
Authors and Affiliations
Yan-Jun Chen, Hui Lin, Xiaodong Zhang, Wenhua Huang, Lin Shi, Defeng Wang
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- DOI 10.1186/s41205-017-0019-y
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