Fig. 2From: Motion-preserving treatment of unstable atlas fracture: transoral anterior C1-ring osteosynthesis using a laminoplasty plateReduction schematics. a The forceps handles were closed to impart a compression force to reset the fracture after placement of one side of plate and temporary reduction screw. b Reduction of fracture was achieved, and another side of plate was fixed using two screws. c The last screw was placed, and the temporary reduction screw was removedBack to article page