Scaphoid Fractures in Athletes.

Scaphoid Fractures in Athletes. Orthop Clin North Am. 2020 Oct;51(4):511-516 Authors: Weller WJ, Thompson NB, Phillips SG, Calandruccio JH Abstract Scaphoid fractures are common injuries in athletes. Most can be treated with cast immobilization, with an expected rate of union of 90% to 95%. Cast treatment, however, has the disadvantages of longer immobilization time, joint stiffness, reduced grip strength, and longer time to return to manual work or athletics. Closed reduction and percutaneous screw fixation generally are preferred in athletes to allow a quicker return to sport; if closed reduction cannot be obtained, open reduction and internal fixation may be required. PMID: 32950220 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The Orthopedic Clinics of North America - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Tags: Orthop Clin North Am Source Type: research