This patient sustained a broken wrist after a fall as he landed on the outstretched hand. This is called a distal radius fracture. Surgery was recommended and the patient underwent open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). Plates and screws were used to stabilize the distal radius fracture, while the ulnar styloid fracture healed with splinting. Excellent range of motion, strength, and high patient satisfaction were achieved with treatment. Dr. Erickson performs this surgery in Raleigh, NC and treats patients at the Raleigh Hand to Shoulder Center.
