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Immobilization vs. no immobilization following volar plate fixation of a distal radius fracture
March 2019
Immobilization vs. no immobilization following volar plate fixation of a distal radius fracture
Study Type:Randomized Trial
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Influence of postoperative immobilization on pain control of patients with distal radius fracture treated with volar locked plating: A prospective, randomized clinical trial
Injury. 2019 Feb;50(2):386-391.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
39 patients with distal radius fractures undergoing open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) with a volar locking plate were randomized to receive 2 weeks of post-operative immobilization with a plaster splint or no immobilization. The primary outcome of interest was pain as measured on a Visual Analog Scale. Secondary outcomes included tramadol (opioid) use, DASH score, range of motion (wrist ...
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