Cyndi fractured the middle of the diaphysis of her right tibia in a skiing accident. The surrounding soft tissue (in the middle of her leg) was also damaged by the force of the accident. After prolonged immobilization of the limb in a cast, it was found that the fracture was not healing. Can you explain why?
Cyndi fractured the middle of the diaphysis of her right tibia in a skiing accident. The surrounding soft tissue (in the middle of her leg) was also damaged by the force of the accident. After prolonged immobilization of the limb in a cast, it was found that the fracture was not healing. Can you explain why?
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Cyndi fractured the middle of the diaphysis of her right tibia in a skiing accident. The surrounding soft tissue (in the middle of her leg) was also damaged by the force of the accident. After prolonged immobilization of the limb in a cast, it was found that the fracture was not healing. Can you explain why?
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