A Colle’s fracture occurs from falling and landing on an extended wrist (palm side of the hand). The fracture can often displace backwards in the direction of the injury. Whereas a Smith’s fracture is caused by falling with the wrist flexed and the fracture can displace forewards, also in align with the direction of force.
Trigger thumb is common in young children. They likely have had it from birth, but as it is not very noticeable or causing problems, it isn’t picked up until they are a few years old.
A broken arm refers to a crack or break on any of the three bones in the arm – the ulna, the radius and the humerus. Broken arms usually require medical attention immediately.
Distal radius fractures are a common injury, caused mainly by falling onto the hand. The most common type of distal radius fracture is a ‘colle’s’ fracture, where the fracture fragment can displace dorsally.
Distal radius fractures are a common injury, caused mainly by falling onto the hand. The most common type of distal radius fracture is a ‘colles’ fracture, where the fracture fragment can displace dorsally.
What is Dupuytren’s Contracture?
Dupuytren’s is a condition that develops mainly in men after the age of 50 years. It predominantly affects the ring and little fingers and has a genetic/hereditary component. Excess collagen is formed in the fascia of the palm. Nodules or lumps appear first and then a cord can develop towards the fingers that cause a flexion contracture.