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Oct 8, 2023 · Colles fractures are very common extra-articular fractures of the distal radius that occur as the result of a fall onto an outstretched hand. They consist of a fracture of the distal radial metaphyseal region with dorsal angulation and impaction, but without the involvement of the articular surface.
Colles' fracture is defined as a linear transverse fracture of the distal radius approximately 20-35 mm proximal to the articular surface with dorsal angulation of the distal fragment. The below brief video gives a summary of Colles Fractures.
A Colles' fracture is a type of fracture of the distal forearm in which the broken end of the radius is bent backwards. [2] Symptoms may include pain, swelling, deformity, and bruising. [2] Complications may include damage to the median nerve. [1]
Oct 30, 2023 · Colles fracture typically occurs when a person falls and uses a pronated hand and outstretched arm to try to break the fall. In this position, the wrist is usually at 40-90° in dorsiflexion. The pressure from the fall over-extends the hand and breaks the radius just above the wrist.
Oct 5, 2021 · What is a Colles fracture? A Colles fracture is a type of broken wrist . It’s also called a distal (away from the center of the body) fracture with dorsal angulation (an upward angle). A Colles fracture is a very painful and serious injury. Go to your nearest emergency department if you suspect you have any type of wrist fracture.
Jul 31, 2023 · The Colles fracture is defined as a distal radius fracture with dorsal comminution, dorsal angulation, dorsal displacement, radial shortening, and an associated ulnar styloid fracture. The term Colles fracture is often used eponymously for distal fractures with dorsal angulation.
Nov 12, 2022 · What is a Colles’ Fracture? A Colles' fracture -- or distal radius fracture -- is often called a ''broken wrist.'' In France it’s sometimes called a “Pouteau-Colles” fracture. Technically,...
