Fracture

Radius fracture is the most common fracture of bone in the arm. Mostly, it occurs during fall or accident
Forearm is made up of two bones; radius and ulna.
Radius is present in the ‘thumb side’. It makes joints and articulates with other bones. Radious articulates with following bones;

1. Humerus- It is present in arm and makes elbow joint with the radius and ulna.
2. Ulna- Radius and ulna makes two joints; proximal and distal radioulnar joints.
   3.Carpal and metacarpal bones of the wrist and hand.
   Radius and ulna are supplied by radial and ulnar artries, while neuronal innervation of the forearm and hand is supplied by ulnar, radial, and median nerves.
   Fracture of radius bone is a common injury of forearm which results due to falling onto an outstretched arm or direct blow to the forearm.
   The symptoms of radius fracture include;
3. Pain and tenderness at the site of fracture
4. Swelling and bruising around the forearm
5. Painful and difficult movement of the upper limb
6. Numbness or tingling sensation in the upper limb, it indicates there is nerve damage.
7. Stiffness of the forearm

Treatment:
The treatment for radius fracture depends on the severity of fracture and it will be diagnosed and determined by the doctors by using X-rays and other imaging technqiues. For mild fracture, the doctor may suggest to immmobilize the arm in a cast or splint to allow the bone to heal. While, in more severe cases, the doctors may recommend surgery. It maybe a closed reduction or open reduction. There are some factors which indicate the necessity for the surgical procedures. It includes; age of the patient, healing of the fractured bone, type and severity of fracture.

After treatment, physiotherapy is recommended to restore normal range of motion and strength of the affacted arm. It is advised to follow the instructions of the doctors for recovery to avoid any complications and ensure the best positive outcome.