Orthopaedic MD

The classifications for adult both bone forearm fractures apply descriptive terms about the location of the fracture in bone, whether one or both bones are fractured, the degrees of comminution, displacement ,angulation and whether the fracture is open or closed.
OTA basic Fracture Course

"Fractures of the ulna,22-Radius/Ulna Diaphysis"

See
- Pediatric Both Bone Fractures
- Deforming Forces:
- Discussion of Blount Fractures:
- Implants for Fractures of the Radius and Ulna:
- Plating Techniques:
- Indications for Operative Treatment:
- all displaced, unstable fractures of the radius and ulna in adults;
- radial shaft fractures: all displaced fractures of the radius with greater than 10 deg of angulation or with subluxation of proximal or distal R-U joint
- ulnar shaft fracture: isolated fractures of the ulna with angulation greater than 10 deg;

At the 15th Annual Vail Orthopaedic Symposium in Vail, Colorado, the Friday morning session of the "Upper Extremity Course: Problem Fractures and Reconstructive Challenges" consisted of 7 lectures and 2 bioskills laboratory sessions that focused on fractures of the forearm. The session was moderated by Michael D. McKee, MD, FRCS, University of Toronto School of Medicine, and St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 2001

The radius/ulna section of the AO Surgery Reference. The whole surgical management described, including decision-making support, approaches, and surgical procedures.

Because forearm fractures account for most limb fractures, emergency physicians should be familiar with evaluation and management of each type. Forearm fractures are classified as involving the proximal, middle, or distal shaft. Fractures of the radius and ulna are intimately associated with the elbow and wrist and are discussed in those articles
Synonyms and related keywords: forearm fracture, limb fractures, limb fracture, broken arm, broken forearm, fractured forearm, proximal forearm fractures, middle forearm fractures, forearm shaft fractures, distal shaft forearm fractures, osteoporosis
Huang & Grimes 2005

The forearm is a complex anatomic structure serving an integral role in upper extremity function. The dexterity of the upper limb is dependent on a combination of hand and wrist function and forearm rotation. The forearm bones can be considered struts linking 2 halves of a condylar joint formed by the proximal and distal radioulnar joints. Thus, any change in the geometry of the radius or ulna alters the congruency and range of motion of this condylar joint.
Synonyms and related keywords: fractures of the radius and ulna, ulna fracture, radius fracture, radial fracture, ulnar fracture, broken arm, broken ulna, broken radius, broken forearm, fracture of both bones of the forearm
Kakarala & Simons 2007

For descriptive purposes, as well as for operative considerations, forearm fractures are classified by location, being categorized as proximal, middle, or distal third fractures. The middle third of the radius stretches from the radial bow to the beginning of diaphyseal straightening. The ulna is relatively straight and can be divided using longitudinal dimensions alone.
Synonyms and related keywords: both-bone forearm fracture, BBFF, forearm fracture, middle third radius and ulna fracture, middle third diaphyseal forearm fracture, broken arm, broken forearm, Henry approach, Thompson approach
Author: Janos P Ertl, MD 2007