TREATMENT METHODS OF DISTAL RADIUS FRACTURES. A LITERATURE REVIEW

Daniel Grobecki; Damian  Machaj; Aleksandra  Mazurek; Barbara  Bicka; Wojciech  Nowicki; Szymon  Pieczara; Jakub  Polak; Wiktoria  Józefowicz; Jakub  Lis

doi:10.31435/ijitss.2(50).2026.5306

Authors

Daniel Grobecki Wroclaw Medical University, Wrocław, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0005-1724-7784
Damian Machaj Wroclaw Medical University, Wrocław, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0007-8299-0990
Aleksandra Mazurek Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poznań, Poland https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0620-2503
Barbara Bicka Wroclaw Medical University, Wrocław, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8951-6226
Wojciech Nowicki Wroclaw Medical University, Wrocław, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0004-8555-7373
Szymon Pieczara Wroclaw Medical University, Wrocław, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0003-0355-4762
Jakub Polak Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Zabrze, Poland https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2373-3413
Wiktoria Józefowicz Wroclaw Medical University, Wrocław, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0004-7530-1710
Jakub Lis University of Opole, Opole, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0009-4675-1495

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31435/ijitss.2(50).2026.5306

Keywords:

Radius, DRF, Reduction, Immobilization, Stabilization, ORIF

Abstract

Background. Fractures of the distal radius are a significant problem in orthopedics considering their frequency and high cost of treatment.

Aim. Due to these factors and the development of technology, the aim of the study is to review available treatment methods.

Material and methods. A review of treatment methods of distal radius fractures is presented based on the available literature of PubMed, Scopus and Google Scholar.

Result. Treatment of a fracture of the distal part of the radius should begin after its correct diagnosis, based on an interview, physical examination and a properly taken X-ray. The choice of treatment method depends on the type of fracture suffered by the patient and its impact on the patient's anatomy and functioning.

Conclusion. The most common type of fracture is Colles fracture, and the most popular method of treating DRF is closed reduction of bone fragments and conservative treatment with plaster cast. However, volar plating is becoming a modern option and provides an opportunity for early mobilization and a fast return to work.

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