Distal radial fractures represent the most common fractures of the upper extremity. Operative
treatment is performed for approximately one-third of distal radial fractures in the adult …

Background We analyzed the International Classification of Diseases, 10th edition (ICD-10)
diagnostic codes, procedure codes, and radiographic image codes for vertebral fracture (VF) …

Purpose To develop and validate identification criteria for distal radius fractures (DRFs) and
their treatment using a national health insurance database. Methods Patients who had at …

A 35-year-old right hand dominant male sustained a high energy closed right distal radius
fracture with associated generalized paresthesias. Following closed reduction, the patient …

Purpose In contrast to younger adult populations, clinical practice guidelines state that there
is no difference in long-term functional outcomes in surgically versus nonoperatively treated …

Purpose There is no consensus on which risk factors are most predictive for complications
following open reduction internal fixation of distal radius fractures (ORIF-DRF) in an …

Background Distal radius fractures (DRF) are extremely common in middle-aged and
elderly. Certified Hand Therapists (CHT) are experts in managing hand injuries including …

Background Management of the distal radius fracture (DRF) is to some extent based on
radiographic characterization of fracture displacement. It remains unclear, however, if the …

Background: Ulnar styloid fractures (USFs) are often associated with distal radial fractures
(DRFs). When unstable DRFs are treated surgically, any associated USF is most commonly …

Originally described over 5,000 years ago, until recently these fractures were almost
exclusively treated by closed methods. Since the introduction of osteosynthesis in 1907 …