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Fig. 2

From: Radius distraction during volar plating of distal radius fractures may improve distal radioulnar joint stability at minimum 3-year follow-up: a retrospective case series study

Fig. 2

Step-by-step diagram of radius distraction (A) The volar locking plate is applied with fixation of distal fragment of distal radius fracture (B) After the reduction is achieved, the compression screw is placed (red arrow) in the distal side of oblong hole (C) The compression screw is loosened partially (red arrow “1”) and the volar locking plate is moved distally (blue arrow “2”) till the compression screw is near or met the proximal side of oblong hole, and the compression screw is then fastened again (red arrow “3”); repeated step C would be needed if firm endpoint on the dorsopalmar stress test is not achieved. Remaining locking screws would be applied after firm endpoint on the dorsopalmar stress test is achieved

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BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders

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