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Originally Posted by Tobra
When I do these, I like to use a fully threaded screw, and overdrill the distal phalanx so you get good compression. I usually remove the screw, because if you don't, they tend to cause trouble, and will often break. Easier to remove fully threaded than partially threaded cancellous screw. Herbert screw is nice for this too, headless, with different pitch on the two threaded areas to give compression.
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Ever try an Acutrak screw?
Best of luck with the healing, cgarr. I've been toying with the idea, myself, as I've been stuck with a case of gout this past week. Can't even sleep through a full night with this pain.