Where is the distal third of the radius?

The radius is the larger of the two bones of the forearm. The end toward the wrist is called the distal end.

How long does it take for a distal radius fracture to heal?

Fractures of the distal radius usually need about 4-6 weeks for clinical bone healing, though sometimes it can take longer. It may take another 6-12 months to regain motion, strength, and function. Many people find they are resuming most of their daily activities about 3-4 months after a broken wrist.

How long does it take to heal a distal radius fracture?

Where does a distal radius fracture hurt?

Symptoms. When you have a distal radius fracture, you will almost always have a history of a fall or some other kind of trauma. You will usually have pain and swelling in the forearm or wrist. You may have a deformity in the shape of the wrist if the fracture is bad enough.

How long does distal radius fracture take to heal?

What are the different types of distal radius fractures?

Types of Distal Radius Fractures Extra-articular Fracture An extra-articular fracture features a break above the wrist joint; the fracture does not extend into the joint itself. Intra-articular Fracture Intra-articular fractures are wrist fractures that affect the wrist joint. Comminuted Fracture Comminuted fractures involve multiple breaks of the distal radius.

What exactly is a distal radius or Colles’ fracture?

A Colles fracture is a type of distal radius break and occurs when the broken piece of bone points upwards. It was first described by the Irish surgeon and anatomist Abraham Colles in 1814 and named after him. Colles fracture describes a broken wrist.

What is the treatment for a radial fracture?

Preoperative counseling (often a combination of face-to-face, handout, and online material) Preoperative acetaminophen arthritis (650 mg, 8 hr sustained release) plus naproxen sodium just prior to surgery Preincision blocks with short-acting medications such as lidocaine with epinephrine

What is a distal radial fracture?

Distal radial fractures are a heterogeneous group of fractures that occur at the distal radius and are the dominant fracture type at the wrist.