AIM Recent advances in three-dimensional imaging have led to an increased interest in the application of computer-models in paediatric dentistry. However, in evidence-based paediatric dentistry the accuracy of new methods must be validated before they are introduced to clinical practice. We aimed to compare the accuracy of measurements of digital models obtained using a non-contact 3D measuring...

The paper presents the results of damping coefficient tests in ZnAl4Cu1 alloy (ZL5). has been calculated on basis specimen measurements obtained with use signal echo method. method consists passing ultrasonic wave through tested material. from a transmitting and receiving head passes specimen, bounces off its bottom surface comes back to measuring form echo. Difference strength between first se...

The current trend in the non-operative treatment of femoral shaft fractures is away from prolonged traction and towards early ambulation. The cast brace treatment involves external support to the limb in such a way that maximal use can occur during healing. Early ambulation, while a fracture is healing, provides an environment for complete bone healing as well as allowing joint movement so that...

A 35 year old man presented to our emergency department after a traffic injury. Radiographic evaluation showed plantar dislocation of the second metatarsophalangeal joint and dorsal dislocation at the second tarsometatarsal joint. Under general anesthesia, closed reduction of the metatarsophalangeal joint was performed, followed by percutaneous fixation with a Kirschner-wire, and immobilization...

Comparative maturation rates of 36 below-knee postoperative, healed amputation residual limbs were observed. Measured were the limb volumes and circumferences. Three methods of residual limb stabilization were employed: 1) elastic wrap; 2) plaster cast and pylon; and, 3) plastic laminate socket and pylon. The limbs receiving the plastic laminate showed the most rapid stabilization, while the el...

The energy cost of walking with axillary crutches and each of three types of plaster casts (long, short, and cylinder) on the lower extremity was measured in twenty normal adult men. The knee and ankle joints were immobilized unilaterally in the neutral positions. Oxygen uptake was measured using a modified Douglas-bag technique. Heart rate, respiratory rate, and step frequency were telemetered...

Radiocarpal dislocation is an extremely uncommon injury in Traumatology, and is usually produced by high energy trauma. There are two types of dislocation, type I: pure radiocarpal dislocation and type II: fracture-dislocation. The gold standard treatment according to the literature is surgical treatment fixing the fractures and repairing the injured ligaments. We report a clinical case of radi...