A wrist fracture occurs when one of the bones of the wrist breaks due to trauma or falls. One of the most common types is the Distal Radius Fracture, which can cause pain, swelling, deformity, and difficulty moving the wrist.
The distal radius fracture is the most common wrist fracture, typically occurring from a fall on an outstretched hand.
No, stable fractures with good alignment can be treated with a cast or splint. Surgery is required for displaced or unstable fractures.
Most wrist fractures take 6 to 8 weeks to heal, with full strength and movement returning over several months with physiotherapy.
Some stiffness is common after cast removal, but regular physiotherapy and exercises help restore full wrist movement in most patients.
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