Comparison of functional recovery between 3D-printed automatic reset splints and traditional fluoroscopy-assisted reduction external fixators in the treatment of tibial shaft fractures

Key Points

• Functional recovery is significantly enhanced with 3D-printed automatic reset splints compared to traditional fixation methods.
• Reduction accuracy increases with the use of 3D-printed splints, ensuring better alignment of the bone segments.
• Analysis shows that tibial shaft fractures treated with 3D-printed splints heal faster and with fewer complications overall.
• This highlights the potential for 3D-printed splints to improve patient outcomes, with further research needed in broader populations.