A cast is usually added a few days to a week or so later, after the swelling goes down. A splint is usually used for the first few days to allow for a small amount of normal swelling. When a bone is straightened without having to open the skin (incision), it is called a closed reduction.Īfter the bone is properly aligned, a splint or cast may be placed on your arm to keep the bones aligned. Reduction is the technical term for the process in which the doctor moves the broken pieces into place. If your broken bone is out of place and likely to limit the future use of your arm, it may be necessary to re-align the broken bone fragments. If the broken bone is in a good position, a cast may be applied until the bone heals. The choice depends on many factors, such as the nature of the fracture, your age and activity level, and the surgeon's best judgment. There are many treatment options for a distal radius fracture. The treatment of broken bones follows one basic rule: The broken pieces must be put back into position and prevented from moving out of place until they are healed. Depending on the type of distal ulna fracture, you may or may not require additional treatment. Sometimes, the other bone of the forearm (the ulna) is also broken. It is important to classify the type of fracture because intra-articular fractures, open fractures, comminuted fractures, and displaced fractures (when the broken pieces of bone do not line up straight) are more difficult to treat than other types of fractures. Comminuted fracture - When a bone is broken into more than two pieces, it is called a comminuted fracture.These types of fractures require immediate medical attention because of the risk for infection. Open fracture - When a fractured bone breaks the skin, it is called an open fracture.

Extra-articular fracture - A fracture that does not extend into the joint is called an extra-articular fracture.

Intra-articular fracture - An intra-articular fracture is one that extends into the wrist joint.

Other ways the distal radius can break include:

A Colles fracture occurs when the broken end of the radius tilts upward.

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