What is the Suzuki frame?
The Suzuki frame is an external fixation device used in the treatment of complex finger fractures. It creates a traction around a fracture to promote even, healthy healing with minimal bone loss. The device is named for a Japanese doctor who has developed it at the age of 90 and is used in a clinical environment around the world. In the patient, wearing the Suzuki frame may be uncomfortable, but the improved prognosis may be a temporary difficulty. In the case of intra -articular fractures, a fracture that extends into the finger joint can be very difficult to set the fracture and keep it on site during healing. The Suzuki frame is ideal for this application, and although it is originally developed for the thumb, the device can also be used on other fingers.
to adapt to the patient asuki frame, pins known as Kirschner wires are introduced into bone and rubber belts are used to create traction and joint stabilization. Padding can be used to comfort your finger. X -ray can be taken to verify frame position and patientcan be released to go home. While watching meetings, healing will be checked by other X -rays until it is safe to remove the traction and remove the frame.
When wearing the Suzuki frame, patients must take some special measures. The finger cannot be shake because it can move a fracture or turn the frame from the position. In addition to painful, it could also prevent healing. The pins are vulnerable to infections and the place must be maintained clean and dry. Hygiene and other tasks of everyday life can be challenging, especially if the wounded finger on the dominant hands is and some patients may need help when they are healing.
orthopedic surgeon or surgeon of hands can determine whether the frame is necessary and appropriately placed it on the hand. Patients should carefully follow the medical council and during the healing process is particularly important to take all prescribed antibiotics or other medicines. If there is a pThe surgeon should be called immediately and may be necessary to arrange an appointment for a doctor.