Use of a Transarticular Circular Fixator Construct for Immobilisation of the Tarsocrural Joint Following Common Calcaneal Tenorraphy in Four Dogs
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A transarticular circular fixator construct was used to immobilize the tarsocrural joint following common calcaneal tenorraphy in four dogs. The time from injury to surgery ranged from three to eight months. The circular fixator construct allowed for controlled transition from immobilisation to movement over a period of 8 weeks. No long lasting complications were associated with using the circular fixator and all dogs had a normal gait at final follow up.
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