All are True about fracture healing except :
Correct Answer: Compression at fracture site causes nonunion
Description: Compression at fracture site improves healing by inducing callus formation Compression enhances the rate of union in cancellous bone. In coical bones, compression at the fracture site enhances rigidity of fixation, and possibly results in primary bone healing. Ref: Maheshwari 9th ed pg 12.
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