Exterma Fixation Advantages:

There are various methods of internal fixation for the treatment of fractures, but at certain times it is inappropriate to perform internal fixation as primary treatment. External fixation has the following advantages:

less damage to the blood supply of the bone;

minimal interference with soft-tissue cover ;

rapid application in an emergency situation;

stabilization of open and contaminated fractures;

fracture reduction and stable fixation adjustable without surgery ;

good solution in situations with high risk of infection or established infection; less experience and surgical skill required than for standard ORIF;

bone transport and deformity correction possible