Step, shift, short – a simple treatment algorithm for the initial management of distal radial fractures
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- 11 February 2025
- journal article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Journal of Hand Surgery (European Volume)
- Vol. 50 (10) , 1389-1391
Abstract
Distal radial fractures are common, but questions remain regarding their optimum management. We describe a simple three-step management algorithm based around assessment and treatment of articular step, alignment, and length.Keywords
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