Screw Torque and Interfragmentary Compression in Equine Cadaver Longbone Fractures

This study examines the effect of different individuals, location and bone type on the perceived optimal torque for interfragmentary compression of equine longbone fractures. It was found that individuals and location significantly effected the perceived optimal applied torque. This suggest that, for mature equine longbone fractures, the use of torque limiting devices may be a consideration to optimize interfragmental compression.