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==Disposition==
==Disposition==
*Ortho f/u w/in 1wk
*Ortho f/u w/in 1wk
**Simple torus fx of distal radius needs splinting, not necessarily ortho f/u


==See Also==
==See Also==

Revision as of 02:12, 27 June 2011

Background

  • Compressive force leads to bulging of the periosteum/cortex
  • Also known as buckle fx

Diagnosis

  • Soft tissue swelling and point tenderness
  • Visible deformity is unusual

Treatment

  • Splint in position of function

Disposition

  • Ortho f/u w/in 1wk

See Also

Greenstick Fracture

Source

Tintinalli