Weight-bearing recommendations after first metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis fixation: a biomechanical comparison

Table 1 Stiffness and failure data from both synthetic bone and cadaveric bone tests

This table shows average stiffness, average failure loads, and corresponding standard error for all four constructs tested. The unlocked plate plus screw construct was stiffer than the other constructs for those assembled with the composite bones. Using cadaveric bones did not support that finding with the crossed screws construct having a higher measured stiffness than the unlocked plate plus screw

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