ArticleJournal of functional morphology and kinesiology2019
Comparison between Surgical and Conservative Treatment for Distal Radius Fractures in Patients over 65 Years.
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15 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Cast immobilization duration for distal radius fractures, a systematic review.European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society · 2024Pooled it
- Volar Locked Plating Versus Closed Reduction and Casting for Acute, Displaced Distal Radial Fractures in the Elderly: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.The Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume · 2020Pooled it
- A Randomized Study Evaluating the Effect of Ossein-Hydroxyapatite Complex on the Functional Outcomes of Patients After Conservative Treatment of Distal Radius Fracture.Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
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- Is home-based real-time video conferencing telerehabilitation as effective as conventional face-to-face rehabilitation in patients with operated for distal radius fracture? A single-blind, randomized prospective study.Turkish journal of physical medicine and rehabilitation · 2024Article
- Assessment of the Mechanical Properties and Fragment Characteristics of a 3D-Printed Forearm Orthosis.Polymers · 2024Article
- Optimizing Treatment Strategies for Distal Radius Fractures in Osteoporosis: A Comparative Review.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2024Review
- Functional Outcomes in the Distal End of Radius Fracture: A Prospective Study in a Tertiary Care Center.Cureus · 2024Article
- Developing 3D-Printed Wrist Splints for Distal Radius and Scaphoid Fractures.Journal of wrist surgery · 2024Article
- Current Management and Volar Locking Plate Fixation with Bone Cement Augmentation for Elderly Distal Radius Fractures-An Updated Narrative Review.Journal of clinical medicine · 2023Review
- Is the Postoperative Outcome after Intraarticular Distal Radius Fracture Influenced by Age and Gender? A PROM Study.Journal of clinical medicine · 2023Article
- Assessment of Patients' Quality of Life during Conservative Treatment after Distal Radius Fracture.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2022Article
- Is Obesity a Risk Factor for Loss of Reduction in Children with Distal Radius Fractures Treated Conservatively?Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2022Article
- Comparing the Outcomes of Surgical and Non-Surgical Approaches in Management of Older Patients with Distal Radius Fracture; a Retrospective Cohort Study.Archives of academic emergency medicine · 2022Article
- The Outcome of Distal Radius Fractures with Concomitant Injuries Is Similar to those of Isolated Distal Radius Fractures Provided that an Arthroscopically Supported Treatment Is Performed.Journal of clinical medicine · 2020Article
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Abstract
backgroundFractures of the distal radius (DRF) are the most common orthopedic injuries, representing one of the typical fractures indicating underlying osteoporosis. The aim of the study was to compare conservative and surgical treatment, analyzing quality of life and clinical outcome in an over 65 years old population.
methodsNinety one patients were divided into two groups: the ORIF group (39 patients) underwent surgery, and the conservative group (52 patients) was treated conservatively. The clinical and functional outcomes of all patients were evaluated using Short Form 36 (SF36), Modified Mayo Wrist Score (MMWS), Disability of the Arm Shoulder Hand (DASH), and Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Range of motion at the joint was measured and compared with the contralateral healthy wrist.
resultsNo significant difference was found between the overall SF36 score, DASH score, MMWS, and VAS results. Role limitation was significantly better in the surgical group (
conclusionThe results of this study conform to recent literature, suggesting that a surgical reconstruction of the radius articular surface in an elderly population provides no clear clinical advantage. Treatment decisions must arise from careful diagnoses of the fracture and communication with the patient.
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