Stress fracture of capitate bone —A case report of an unusual fracture

The capitate is the largest, most central bone and the first to ossify in the wrist. It has a well-protected anatomic location, making traumatic or stress fractures extremely rare in clinical practice. Isolated fractures of the capitate bone are very uncommon and often without displacement due to the great stability provided by the intracarpal ligaments.

Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - February 10, 2024 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Mayara Oliveira da Silva, M árcio Luís Duarte, Filipi Augusto Ferreira Passarelli, Daiana Kerry Picanço Gobbo Source Type: research