Stabilisation of distal radius fractures: Lessons learned and future directions.

Injury

Division of Hand Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, United States. Electronic address:

Published: February 2016

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  • The approach to diagnosing and managing distal radius fractures has evolved significantly over time, moving from traditional closed reduction and casting methods to modern internal fixation techniques.
  • Various treatment options exist today, but there is no definitive answer on the best method to use, highlighting the ongoing research in this field.
  • This review summarizes the key lessons learned from past practices and suggests future directions for treatment advancements.

Article Abstract

Our understanding of the diagnosis and management of distal radius fractures has been a long developed over centuries. There has been a shift in treatment of these very common injuries from closed reduction and casting to internal fixation. The answer to the best method of treatment has yet to be found. Today, we have a multitude of treatment options available with varying degrees of evidence to support their use. This review helps to illustrate the lessons we have learned and future directions for treatment.

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