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The duration of immobilization of distal radius fractures depends on whether these fractures can displace into an unacceptable position. Most radial fractures are liable to displace within the first ... (HealthDay News) — For patients with distal radial fractures, vitamin C treatment provides no benefit, according to a study published in the September 3 issue of The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery.
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What is Distal Radius Fracture? The larger of the two bones of the forearm is known as radius. The end of the arm towards the wrist is called the distal end. When the area of the radius near the wrist ...
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A new distal radius fracture fixation technique developed to reduce the malunion rate that often accompanies traditional cast immobilization fixation effectively restored 60% to 80% of wrist arc of ... Nature: External fixation is more suitable for intra-articular fractures of the distal radius in elderly patients Intra-articular fractures of the distal radius (IFDR) represent high energy, complex, unstable injuries, and account for approximately one-sixth of the fractures observed in emergency rooms. 1,2 The ... External fixation is more suitable for intra-articular fractures of the distal radius in elderly patients Sterling Journal-Advocate: The DRUJ (Distal Radius/Ulnar Joint Injury) — A commonly missed orthopedic injury of the wrist