Simini Boards Cast
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🧠 Flashcard-style recaps + board-style questions
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Simini Boards Cast
Biomechanics of Locking Plates: Fixed Angle Isn’t Always Better
In this BoardsCast episode, we take a deep dive into the mechanics, myths, and misapplications of locking plates — a tool that’s often misunderstood as being universally superior.
We explore:
- The difference between locking and conventional plates from a mechanical standpoint
- Why fixed-angle doesn’t always mean stronger or more stable
- The concept of working length, strain environment, and stress distribution
- When locking plates shine — and when they fail
- Common failure modes: cold welding, screw breakage, and stress shielding
- Tips for strategic plate selection based on fracture type, bone quality, and load demands
Whether you're stabilizing a comminuted shaft or debating construct rigidity, this episode offers clarity on when to lock — and when to think twice.
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