TIBIA-CALCANEUS TRUSS

The present invention provides an implant in a form of a truss, spanning the distance from diaphysis of the tibia to the tip of the calcaneus, thus fixing the ankle (hock) joint in extension. Gastrocnemius muscles are thus at close to their shortest length and their force capacity is greatly reduced...

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Zusammenfassung:The present invention provides an implant in a form of a truss, spanning the distance from diaphysis of the tibia to the tip of the calcaneus, thus fixing the ankle (hock) joint in extension. Gastrocnemius muscles are thus at close to their shortest length and their force capacity is greatly reduced, preventing the caudal luxation of the distal femur even if the cranial cruciate ligament is torn.