Figure 2.

Schematic of cadaveric model previously used to study the effect of intra-articular distal radius fracture step-off on radiocarpal contact stresses, measured using Fuji Pressensor pressure-sensitive film (modified from Baratz et al. 1996).

A. Loading fixture.

B. Simulated distal radius fracture step-off.

C. Pressure transducer placement and orientation relative to distal radius articular surface.