Objective: To compare the biomechanical properties of locking compression plate (LCP) and a limited contact dynamic compression plate combined with an intramedullary rod (LC-DCP-R) in a cadaveric, canine, femoral fracture-gap model.
Study Design: In vitro biomechanical study; nonrandomized, complete block (dog).
Sample Population: Paired cadaveric canine femora (n = 10 dogs).