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Analysis Study Research Paper | Orthopaedic Surgery | Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026 | Pages: 1679 - 1683 | India
Evaluating the Outcome of Volar Plating Assisted External Fixator for Intra-Articular Distal End Radius Fractures
Abstract: Background: Distal radius fractures represent a common orthopedic challenge, and their treatment has evolved significantly over the past three decades. This study aimed to assess the efficacy of volar locked plating assisted external fixation in the management of intra-articular distal radius fractures. Methods: A comparative study involving 25 patients with intra-articular distal radius fractures was conducted in the Department of Orthopedics at Dr Vaishampayan Memorial Government Medical College and Civil Hospital Solapur. Ethical approval was obtained, and patients were randomly assigned to receive either volar locked plating or plating assisted external fixation. Clinical parameters including pain, range of motion, grip strength, and activity levels were assessed over a six-month follow-up period. The Green and O'Brien scoring system was used for evaluation. Results: Patients treated with volar plates assisted external fixation exhibited significant improvements over time. Pain levels decreased from 10.21 at 1 month to 20.87 at 6 months, with p-values <0.001. Range of motion improved from 11.24 to 18.74, grip strength increased from 09.54 to 17.89, and activity levels improved from 13.20 to 22.55, all with p-values <0.001. The final functional score increased from 44.19 at 1 month to 80.05 at 6 months, with a p-value <0.001. These findings indicate the effectiveness of volar locked plating assisted external fixation in promoting functional recovery. Conclusion: This study underscores the importance of individualized care in treating distal radius fractures. Volar locked plating assisted external fixation appears to be a highly effective treatment option, providing significant pain relief, improved range of motion, increased grip strength, and enhanced activity levels. Further research with larger and more diverse patient populations is warranted to validate these findings. Nevertheless, this study contributes valuable insights to the evolving field of orthopedics and offers a promising approach to enhance patient outcomes in the management of intra-articular distal radius fractures.
Keywords: Distal Radius Fractures, Volar Locked Plating, External Fixation, Intra-articular Fractures
How to Cite?: Dr. Sunil Handralmath, Dr. Yogesh Mudholkar, Dr. Preet Oswal, Dr. Sanket Chaware, Dr. Manish Wasekar, Dr. Parth Santra, "Evaluating the Outcome of Volar Plating Assisted External Fixator for Intra-Articular Distal End Radius Fractures", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1679-1683, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26327235625, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26327235625