Surgical pins are inserted by an orthopedic surgeon who pushes a metal pin or wire through the skin and into the bone. This is often done in a procedure called percutaneous pinning.
Here's a breakdown:
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The Process: An orthopedic surgeon (bone doctor) pushes a metal pin or wire through the skin and into the fractured bone.
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Pin Placement: One end of the pin remains outside the skin, while the other end is inside the bone.
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Purpose: Pins hold the broken bone (fracture) together and keep it still while it heals.
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Preparation | The area around the fracture is cleaned and prepped. |
| 2. Pin Insertion | The orthopedic surgeon pushes the metal pin or wire through the skin and into the bone. |
| 3. Stabilization | The pins hold the bone fragments together. |
| 4. Healing | The fracture heals while the pins maintain alignment. |
