Category: Forearm fracture

Most patients with forearm fractures are treated conservatively, including manipulation, splinting or plaster fixation, traction, and triangular scarf suspension. However, surgical treatment is required if manipulation fails or if there…

Forearm osteo-fascial compartment syndrome is an extremely serious complication. If a patient develops severe pain in the forearm, impaired finger movement, sensory disturbances, pale/cyanotic skin and increased skin surface tension…