Cast Immobilisation versus Wire Fixation in the Management of Middle-aged and Elderly Patients with Distal Radius Fractures.

Background: Distal radius fractures are common and traditionally these injuries are treated non-operatively. Percutaneous wiring has been recommended as simple method to provide extra stability in distal radius fractures but their exact role is uncertain. The aim of this study was to retrospectively compare the radiographic and functional outcomes following cast immobilisation and those following wire fixation in the management of distal radius fractures and investigate which method produced better outcomes.

Modified camitz opponensplasty for severe thenar wasting secondary to carpal tunnel syndrome: case series.

The Camitz procedure is a simple tendon transfer for patients who have loss of opposition in longstanding carpal tunnel syndrome. Historically, the Camitz procedure restored abduction only. However, through modification with the use of a pulley, the ideal axis of opposition can be achieved.