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The ankle is formed by the talocrural joint (crural = leg). It consists of the articulations between the talus bone of the foot and the distal ends of the tibia and fibula of the leg. The superior aspect of the talus bone is square-shaped and has three areas of articulation. The top of the talus articulates with the inferior tibia. This is the portion of the ankle joint that carries the body weight between the leg and foot. The sides of the talus are firmly held in position by the articulations...
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Wrist joint arthrodesis effectively treats degenerative joint disease and instability, offering pain relief and improved function. This reliable procedure achieves good functional outcomes by fusing the wrist in a position tailored to patient needs.

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IntramedullaryKey words Arthrodesis • Wrist joint • Plate •

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Hand surgery
  • Joint reconstruction

Background:

  • Wrist joint arthrodesis is indicated for degenerative joint disease, instability, and limited/painful motion.
  • Further indications include failed reconstruction, partial arthrodesis, or total joint replacement.
  • Surgical technique selection depends on bone quality and joint degeneration severity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of wrist joint arthrodesis.
  • To compare outcomes of intramedullary rod versus plate fixation.
  • To assess pain reduction, strength, and hand function post-procedure.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 28 cases using intramedullary rods and 61 cases using plates for wrist arthrodesis.
  • Surgical technique tailored to bone quality and degeneration.
  • Functional outcomes and complication rates were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • Both intramedullary rods and plates demonstrated low complication rates.
  • Patients experienced significant pain reduction, increased strength, and improved hand function.
  • Good functional results were achieved with both fixation methods.

Conclusions:

  • Wrist joint arthrodesis is a reliable and safe long-term procedure.
  • Loss of motion is an acceptable trade-off for substantial pain relief and functional improvement.
  • The procedure provides significant benefits for patients with debilitating wrist conditions.