Fig. 1

A–E An AO distractor was used to achieve satisfactory reduction of a distal tibia fracture. A Anteroposterior and lateral radiographs of a male who sustained an AO 43-C1.3 type distal tibia fracture. B An AO distractor was used to achieve satisfactory reduction. C Final view of operated limb after completion of MIPO. D Postoperative anteroposterior and lateral radiographs. E Anteroposterior and lateral radiographs 6 months postoperative showing a healed distal tibia