Ring fixators between the past and the present

Abstract

In this review paper we have discussed the evolution of ring external fixators over time and the development of newer technologies we also included review of some literature The aim of this review is to highlight the mechanical differences and the overall outcome whether following deformity correction or treatment of compound fractures between the different versions of ring fixators as well as a comparison between uniplanar and ring external fixators for management of compound fractures.

Keywords

• ring fixators
• ،comparison between ring fixators
• ،development of ring fixators
• ،ilizarov
• ،tsf