Can you still move your hand with a scaphoid fracture?

Most people with a scaphoid fracture (which is the same as a broken wrist) will have pain and/or swelling along the thumb side of the wrist within days following a fall. Because there is no visible deformity and no difficulty with motion, many people with this injury assume that it is a wrist sprain.

When does a scaphoid fracture need to be fixed?

The peculiarity of its blood supply is the primary reason for this prolonged healing period. Whereas other fractures in the upper extremity require an average of six weeks, a scaphoid fracture requires an average of 12 weeks if treated immediately, and as long as six months if the diagnosis is delayed.

What type of splint is used for scaphoid fracture?

Once there is clinical healing on radiographs, the immobilization phase is usually over. Typically a thumb spica orthosis is then used for comfort and protection. The 3pp Ez FIT ThumSpica Splint is ideal for protection of the wrist and thumb following a scaphoid fracture.

Can I take my splint off to sleep?

Do not take your splint or cast off unless instructed to do so by your therapist. There are some basic principles of sleep hygiene that can be useful to try to improve your quality of sleep: Try to avoid screens one hour before bedtime. Try some relaxation before bed such as calm app or headspace app.

When is surgery the best option for a scaphoid fracture?

If the fracture is in a certain part of the bone or if the fracture is at all displaced (bone ends have shifted), surgery might be the best option. This might include the insertion of a screw or pins (Figure 3). A scaphoid non-union fracture refers to a wrist fracture that is failing to heal.

Can a scaphoid fracture be seen on an xray?

A scaphoid fracture is usually diagnosed by an x-ray of the wrist. However, x-rays do not always show scaphoid fractures. A break in the bone that cannot be seen on x-ray yet is called an “occult” fracture.

What is the scaphoid bone?

The scaphoid is one of eight small bones that make up the “carpal bones” of the wrist. It connects two rows of these bones – the proximal row (closer to the forearm) and the distal row (closer to the hand). This connection puts it at extra risk for injury (Figure 1). Figure 1

What is the difference between a non displaced and displaced scaphoid fracture?

Scaphoid fractures are classified according to the severity of displacement–or how far the pieces of bone have moved out of their normal position: Non-displaced fracture. In this type of fracture, the bone fragments line up correctly. Displaced fracture. In this type of fracture, the bone fragments have moved out of their normal position.