Fig. 2From: Staged correction trajectory with hexapod external fixator for the satisfactory reduction of long bone shaft fractureScheme of the staged correction trajectory for the case from Fig. 1. a and e Primary position. b and f “Distraction” key point, the distal fragment was moved at an appropriate distance from the proximal fragment, providing sufficient space for the fracture reduction maneuver without bone fragments collision. c and g “Derotation” key point, the distal fragment was moved and rotated in multiple planes to correct the displacement. d and h “Reduction” key point, the ends of two bone fragments were docked and the final fracture reduction was achievedBack to article page