What You Should Know About Intertan Nailing?

 

Intertan nailing is a type of internal fixation used to treat fractures of the hip, specifically those that occur in the proximal femur (the upper part of the thigh bone near the hip joint). The procedure involves inserting a specially designed metal rod, called an intramedullary nail, into the bone canal to stabilize the fracture. 

What sets Intertan nailing apart from other types of intramedullary nailing is its design. The Intertan nail has a unique shape that allows for enhanced rotational stability and compression across the fracture site. It’s particularly well-suited for intertrochanteric fractures—breaks that happen between the two bony protrusions near the top of the femur.