Fig. 1From: Investigating the biomechanical function of the plate-type external fixator in the treatment of tibial fractures: a biomechanical studyA schematic diagram of the novel external tibial fixation prototype. a Partial diagram, b global diagram; (1) proximal transverse slat, (2) proximal fixation lath, (3) distal fixation lath, (4) slot, (5) distal transverse slat, and (6) locking screw holeBack to article page