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Ankle fractures
Back slab application: an optional layer of 100% cotton undercast padding over the plaster prevents the tensor bandage or flannel from sticking and allows for ease of removal. The tensor bandage is then applied (some use flannel wrap) with minimal to no tension; it is 'just rolled on'
From the collection of B. Petrisor, MD; used with permission
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Ankle fractures
Back slab application: the plaster slabs are then applied (2 side supports that wrap around the foot and one posterior support)
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Ankle fractures
Mortise view of a trimalleolar fracture after fixation. Note: 2 syndesmosis screws were also used
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Mortise view of a trimalleolar fracture dislocation with concomitant disruption of the syndesmosis
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Lateral view of a trimalleolar fracture after fixation
From the collection of B. Petrisor, MD; used with permission
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Ankle fractures
Back slab application: 100% cotton undercast padding is applied usually overlapping by about 50% to give at least 2 layers of padding under the plaster
From the collection of B. Petrisor, MD; used with permission
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