Why Plates Break: Fatigue, Placement & the Screw That Did Too Much

23/06/2025 19 min Temporada 1 Episodio 41
Why Plates Break: Fatigue, Placement & the Screw That Did Too Much

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In this BoardsCast episode, we tackle one of the most frustrating failures in orthopedic repair — a broken plate. From strain concentration to screw density and fatigue over time, this episode breaks down how good implants go bad and how to prevent it.You’ll learn:The three major reasons why plates fail postoperativelyWhy implant fatigue is almost always a time + stress equationThe role of screw density, positioning, and load sharingHow over-engineering the construct can increase failureWhat to look for radiographically before the break happensHow to plan a revision — or avoid needing onePerfect for boards prep or case troubleshooting, this episode arms you with a mechanical mindset to protect your next repair.—🎁 Claim your free sample of Simini Protect Lavage (just cover shipping): https://www.simini.com/getstarted1620808454519🔊 Listen On: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music