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Distal radius fractures are frequent, representing approximately 15 % of all fractures seen in an emergency department. For years distal radius fractures were assumed to warrant no more than a cast following Colles’ report. Increasing interest for this fracture is due not only to its high incidence but also to the development of different treatments. Today, the literature is often contradictory regarding the indications for operative and nonoperative management. The goal of treatment for distal radius fractures is to obtain sufficient painless range of motion that will allow the patient to return to daily activities while minimizing the risk of posttraumatic osteoarthritis. Close reduction and casting has historically been the gold standard of treatment. However, operative management may be an option depending on a number of variables such as fracture displacement, fracture stability-associated injuries, and those patient-related. |
