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Osteoporotic Distal Radius Fracture: Surgical Care.
Akram Jawed1, Sagar Bhat1, Kanika Gupta2
1Hand to Shoulder Division, Department of Orthopaedics, Max Smart SuperSpeciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi, India.
Indian Journal of Orthopaedics
|August 25, 2025
Summary
Osteoporotic distal radius fractures (DRFs) are increasing in older adults. Effective management requires personalized treatment balancing bone quality and patient needs for optimal outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Geriatrics
- Bone Metabolism
Background:
- Distal radius fractures (DRFs) are a common injury in the elderly, particularly those with osteoporosis.
- The incidence of osteoporotic DRFs is rising in India due to increased lifespan and lifestyle changes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the increasing prevalence of osteoporotic DRFs.
- To evaluate current non-surgical and surgical management strategies for this population.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive review of recent research and clinical findings.
- Analysis of conservative care, surgical interventions (e.g., volar locking plates, external fixators), and advanced techniques.
Main Results:
- Osteoporotic DRFs present unique challenges in the aging population.
- A range of treatments are available, from conservative management to advanced surgical options.
Conclusions:
- Personalized management is crucial, considering bone quality, fracture pattern, and individual patient factors.
- Early osteoporosis diagnosis and tailored treatment enhance healing and functional recovery.
