What is a femur nail?

An intramedullary nail is a metal rod that is inserted into the medullary cavity of a bone and across the fracture in order to provide a solid support for the fractured bone. Intramedullary nailing is currently considered the “gold standard” for treatment of femoral shaft fractures (Rudloff 2009).

What is nailing a hip?

A hip pinning is a type of surgery to fix a broken (fractured) hip. Another name for hip pinning is fracture repair and internal fixation. Hip pinning uses pins, screws, or plates to help hold broken bones together so they can heal correctly. Your thighbone (femur) meets with your pelvis at your hip joint.

What is dynamization nail?

Nail dynamization is defined as the removal of interlocking screws either proximal or distal to the fracture site to permit bony compression at the fracture site. In the past, nail dynamization was routinely performed for all statically locked nails 2 to 4 months after the index surgery.

Are femur nails removed?

Intramedullary nails used for fixation of femoral fractures may require removal for a variety of reasons. Some recommend that all such nails be removed after fracture healing,1,2 whereas others prefer to remove only those that cause symptoms.

How long does a hip pinning last?

The surgery takes 2 to 4 hours. Most doctors use general anesthesia, so you’ll be asleep. But the surgery is sometimes done with regional anesthesia. You’ll be sleepy but awake.

Which method of hip replacement is the best?

The posterior approach to total hip replacement is the most commonly used method and allows the surgeon excellent visibility of the joint, more precise placement of implants and is minimally invasive.

Do you remove intramedullary nails?

When should I Dynamize my nail?

Linear regression analysis revealed that nail dynamization should be performed between three and six months after trauma. The optimal callus-to-diaphysis ratio should be comprised between 1.47 and 1.19, at the time of dynamization.

When should I Dynamize my nails?

Purpose. Although nail dynamization in femoral and tibial fractures is an effective method of promoting healing, its role beyond twelve weeks is still not clear. It is usually done two to three months following interlocking nailing.