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My Flight Surgeon · October 3rd, 2006, 15:16

Yes, they really do work. Most of the time one doesn't need one but with the fracture location your have, there is a 15% rate of non-union so it is a good idea to do the bone stimulator.

Good luck with it.

October 3rd, 2006, 15:16	#2
My Flight Surgeon Sr. Aviation Medical Examiner Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 2,386	Re: Bone Stimulator do they really work? Yes, they really do work. Most of the time one doesn't need one but with the fracture location your have, there is a 15% rate of non-union so it is a good idea to do the bone stimulator. Good luck with it. __________________ Walter Forred, MD PHX 602-368-5633 www.myflightsurgeon.com