Fractures of the forearm and carpus

Fractures of the radius and ulna should be treated as a single unit due to their intricate relationship. In fractures of the distal radius restoration of volar tilt, radial inclination and length should be achieved and maintained during healing by appropriate methods. Carpal fractures are common injuries that can be difficult to diagnose. Treatment of fractures of the forearm and carpus aims to restore anatomy and achieve stability allowing early mobilization and good function.