The Ilizarov Apparatus. 1979 film from the RGAKFD archive
The film describes the transosseous distraction osteosynthesis technique and devices used to treat long bone diseases, developed at the Kurgan Research Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics. Examples of treatments for various conditions are given.
Views of Kurgan, surgeries performed by Professor G. Ilizarov, and V. Brumel's post-operative training sessions. Interviews with G. Ilizarov (simultaneously). G. Ilizarov with his patients; sick children undergoing treatment at the Traumatology Institute, before and after surgery, on a walk, and during a concert performance.
Film Studio: Centernauchfilm
Director: L. Fishel
Cinematographer(s): S. Chernyshov