Table 1.
Treatment groups and stimulation regimen.
| Group | Evaluated Animals (n) | Excluded Animals (n) | Fixation Device | Mechanical Stimulation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 mm group | 6 | 0 | unilateral external fixator | no stimulation |
| 0.2 mm group | 6 | 1 | unilateral external fixator | 1200 cycles/day with 1 Hz, amplitude 0.2 mm |
| 0.4 mm group | 7 | 2 | unilateral external fixator | 1200 cycles/day with 1 Hz, amplitude 0.4 mm |
| 0.8 mm group | 8 | 2 | unilateral external fixator | 1200 cycles/day with 1 Hz, amplitude 0.8 mm |
| control group | 4 | 5 | unilateral external fixator AND unilateral monotube external fixator | no stimulation |
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| Total | 31 | 10 | ||