A radius fracture of the arm can vary in type and location, which directly affects the choice of treatment method, the duration of immobilization, and the extent of rehabilitation. In traumatology, such fractures are classified according to several clinically important criteria.
By location of injury, the following types are distinguished:
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fractures in the wrist area, which most often occur after a fall onto an outstretched hand and are accompanied by impaired wrist mobility;
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fractures of the middle third of the radius, affecting forearm function and rotational movements of the arm;
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fractures near the elbow joint, which may complicate flexion and extension of the arm at the elbow.
The location of the fracture determines the nature of functional impairment and is crucial for selecting the fixation method and subsequent restoration of movement.
By the nature of bone damage, the following are identified:
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non-displaced radius fractures, in which bone fragments maintain correct anatomical alignment and are usually treated conservatively;
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displaced radius fractures, accompanied by disruption of the bone axis and requiring closer monitoring or surgical intervention.
The type of bone injury affects the complexity of treatment, the duration of immobilization, and the risk of future complications.
In addition, fractures are classified as closed or open depending on the condition of the skin over the injury site, which is important for assessing the risk of infectious complications and determining the scope of medical care.
