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Forearm Fracture

Information about fractures of the forearm bones
A forearm fracture occurs when there is a fracture of one or both of the bones of the
forearm. The two bones of the forearm are the radius and the ulna. Both bones are
important for proper motion of the elbow and wrist joints, and both bones serve as
important attachments to muscles of the upper extremity.

How do forearm fractures occur?
The most common types of fractures occur due to a fall onto the hand, or a direct
blow to the forearm (commonly seen in altercations, sports injuries, and car
accidents). Symptoms of a forearm fracture include pain, swelling, and deformity of
the forearm. Diagnosis of a forearm fracture can be made with a proper physical
examination and x-ray studies.

What are the types of forearm fractures?
Fractures of the forearm bones that occur around the elbow (radial head fractures
and olecranon fractures) and those that occur around the wrist (wrist fractures), are
considered elsewhere.

Discussed here are radial shaft fractures, ulnar shaft fractures, and fractures of both
forearm bones.

Radial Shaft Fractures

An isolated fracture of the radial shaft is an unusual injury. More commonly,
fractures of the radial shaft are associated with injury to the ulna (see 'both bones
forearm fracture' below) or injury to one of the joints around the wrist (Galeazzi
fracture).

When an isolated radial shaft fracture occurs, it commonly requires surgery unless
the fracture is non-displaced. If the fracture is out of position, then forearm rotation
could be limited unless the fracture is realigned. For this reason, most radial shaft
fractures are treated with surgery to realign and hold the bones in proper position.

Both Bones Forearm Fracture

A both bones fracture is an injury that almost always requires surgery in an adult
patient. Without surgery, the forearm is generally unstable and there is no ability to
cast this type of fracture in a proper orientation.

How is surgery done in the treatment of a both bones forearm fracture?
Both bones forearm fractures are most commonly treated by placing a metal plate
and screws on both the radius and ulna bones. These bones must each be
approached through a separate incision; therefore you will have two incisions on
your forearm. Some surgeons will use a rod within the bone to maintain the position
of the bone, but this cannot be done in fractures where rotational stability is an
issue. Therefore, most both bones forearm fractures are treated with a plate and
screws.

What are the complications associated with a both bones forearm
fracture?
The most common complications of these fractures include:

          o Decreased Motion
            Limited motion is common after the treatment of forearm fractures.
            Motion can be limited in the elbow and wrist joints, but is most
            commonly noticed as a limitation of forearm rotation (i.e. opening a jar
            or turning a door handle).
          o Non-Healing Fracture
            The bones of the forearm can have inadequate healing leading to
            persistent pain. This is especially true with forearm fractures where
            bone is lost because of the type of fracture (i.e. many small pieces) or
            open fractures. Repeat surgery for bone grafting may be necessary in
            these cases.
          o Infection
            Infection can occur after any surgical procedure. When an infection
            occurs after fixation of a forearm fracture, the metal plate and screws
            may require removal in order to cure the infection.
          o Painful Hardware
            The metal implants used during surgery may be felt under the skin, and
            they may be painful. If they do cause discomfort they can be removed,
            usually at least a year after surgery.

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Forearm Fracture

  • 1. Forearm Fracture Information about fractures of the forearm bones A forearm fracture occurs when there is a fracture of one or both of the bones of the forearm. The two bones of the forearm are the radius and the ulna. Both bones are important for proper motion of the elbow and wrist joints, and both bones serve as important attachments to muscles of the upper extremity. How do forearm fractures occur? The most common types of fractures occur due to a fall onto the hand, or a direct blow to the forearm (commonly seen in altercations, sports injuries, and car accidents). Symptoms of a forearm fracture include pain, swelling, and deformity of the forearm. Diagnosis of a forearm fracture can be made with a proper physical examination and x-ray studies. What are the types of forearm fractures? Fractures of the forearm bones that occur around the elbow (radial head fractures and olecranon fractures) and those that occur around the wrist (wrist fractures), are considered elsewhere. Discussed here are radial shaft fractures, ulnar shaft fractures, and fractures of both forearm bones. Radial Shaft Fractures An isolated fracture of the radial shaft is an unusual injury. More commonly, fractures of the radial shaft are associated with injury to the ulna (see 'both bones forearm fracture' below) or injury to one of the joints around the wrist (Galeazzi fracture). When an isolated radial shaft fracture occurs, it commonly requires surgery unless the fracture is non-displaced. If the fracture is out of position, then forearm rotation could be limited unless the fracture is realigned. For this reason, most radial shaft fractures are treated with surgery to realign and hold the bones in proper position. Both Bones Forearm Fracture A both bones fracture is an injury that almost always requires surgery in an adult patient. Without surgery, the forearm is generally unstable and there is no ability to cast this type of fracture in a proper orientation. How is surgery done in the treatment of a both bones forearm fracture? Both bones forearm fractures are most commonly treated by placing a metal plate and screws on both the radius and ulna bones. These bones must each be approached through a separate incision; therefore you will have two incisions on your forearm. Some surgeons will use a rod within the bone to maintain the position
  • 2. of the bone, but this cannot be done in fractures where rotational stability is an issue. Therefore, most both bones forearm fractures are treated with a plate and screws. What are the complications associated with a both bones forearm fracture? The most common complications of these fractures include: o Decreased Motion Limited motion is common after the treatment of forearm fractures. Motion can be limited in the elbow and wrist joints, but is most commonly noticed as a limitation of forearm rotation (i.e. opening a jar or turning a door handle). o Non-Healing Fracture The bones of the forearm can have inadequate healing leading to persistent pain. This is especially true with forearm fractures where bone is lost because of the type of fracture (i.e. many small pieces) or open fractures. Repeat surgery for bone grafting may be necessary in these cases. o Infection Infection can occur after any surgical procedure. When an infection occurs after fixation of a forearm fracture, the metal plate and screws may require removal in order to cure the infection. o Painful Hardware The metal implants used during surgery may be felt under the skin, and they may be painful. If they do cause discomfort they can be removed, usually at least a year after surgery.