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Comparative Studies | Orthopaedic Surgery | Volume 15 Issue 4, April 2026 | Pages: 1062 - 1065 | India
Comparative Functional Outcomes of Cast Immobilization Versus Herbert Screw Fixation in Scaphoid Fractures: A Prospective Study
Abstract: This prospective study compared functional outcomes of cast immobilization and Herbert screw fixation in scaphoid fractures. Forty patients were enrolled between July 2023 and December 2024 and assessed using the Modified Mayo Wrist Score. Patients were randomized into casting and operative fixation groups. Outcomes measured included pain, range of motion, grip strength, and complications at 6 weeks and 3 months. The Herbert screw group demonstrated better early pain relief, improved range of motion, and fewer complications compared to the cast group. These findings suggest that surgical fixation offers faster functional recovery, although both methods remain viable depending on patient and fracture characteristics.
Keywords: Scaphoid fracture, Herbert screw fixation, Cast immobilization, Functional outcome, Wrist biomechanics, Prospective study
How to Cite?: Dr. Rayyan Patankar, Dr. Nikhil Patil, Dr. Gaurav Singh, Dr. Akshay Shah, "Comparative Functional Outcomes of Cast Immobilization Versus Herbert Screw Fixation in Scaphoid Fractures: A Prospective Study", Volume 15 Issue 4, April 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1062-1065, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26418202738, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26418202738