A technical note on the reduction of distal radius fractures with angular stable plates.

Abstract

Plating of distal radius fractures is a common procedure. Especially in busy practices the procedure is mostly performed by a single surgeon. By the use of a distance holder screw in the most proximal hole of the shaft of an angular stable distale radius plate a Lever arm can be created that allows indirect reduction of a dorsal ly displaced distal radius fracture. The method described here may facilitate the Operation in that the articular block can be securely fixed while the plate is stable centered on the shaft of the radius. Especially for single surgeon operations this may save time. In contrast the costs of an extra angular stable screw must be accepted.