The radial head fracture is usually managed by open reduction internal fixation; if the fracture is too comminuted, a radial head implant can be used. Excision of the radial head should be avoided, as the radius will migrate proximally leading to wrist pain and loss of pronation and supination of the wrist. Delayed treatment of the radial head fracture will also lead to proximal migration of the radius. The distal radio-ulnar joint dislocation can be reduced by supination of the forearm, and may be pinned in place for 6 weeks to allow healing of the interosseous membrane.
Essex-Lopresti fracture
Jefferson fracture
Holstein–Lewis fracture
Holdsworth fracture
Smith fracture
Bosworth fracture
Smith's fracture
Salter–Harris fracture