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Contents
  • Identifying High-Risk Activities
  • Demographics and Bone Health
  • Impact of Previous Injuries

Are You at Risk for a Distal Radius Fracture?

Are You at Risk for a Distal Radius Fracture?

The Big Picture

Understanding the risk factors for distal radius fractures can help you take steps to protect yourself. Find out if you're at risk and what you can do about it.
Contents
  • Identifying High-Risk Activities
  • Demographics and Bone Health
  • Impact of Previous Injuries

Identifying High-Risk Activities

Certain activities increase the likelihood of wrist fractures. Engaging in sports like snowboarding, soccer, and skiing are high-risk due to the potential for falls. It's important to use protective gear and practice safe techniques to mitigate these risks.

Demographics and Bone Health

Age and bone health significantly influence fracture risk. Older adults, especially women over 50, face higher risks due to bone density loss. Regular screenings and treatments for osteoporosis can help manage this risk effectively.
Factors that increase the risk of distal radius fractures, including high-risk activities like snowboarding and skiing, as well as age-related bone density loss.

Impact of Previous Injuries

A history of previous wrist injuries can increase the risk of future fractures. Recurrent falls and prior fractures weaken the wrist, making it susceptible to new injuries. Awareness and preventative care are essential to reduce this risk.

FAQs

What makes sports risky?

High-energy falls in sports like snowboarding increase fracture risk.

Who is most vulnerable?

Older women with osteoporosis are particularly at risk.

Does previous injury matter?

Yes, past injuries can increase the risk of future fractures.

How can risk be managed?

Using protective gear and managing bone health are key strategies.

The Bottom Line

Knowing your risk factors can empower you to take steps to protect your wrists.
Get started: Discuss your risk factors with Doctronic and explore preventive measures tailored for you.
Additional References
  1. Haentjens P, Johnell O, Kanis JA, et al. Evidence from data searches and life-table analyses for gender-related differences in absolute risk of hip fracture after Colles' or spine fracture: Colles' fracture as an early and sensitive marker of skeletal fragility in white men. J Bone Miner Res 2004; 19:1933.
  2. Rozental TD, Branas CC, Bozentka DJ, Beredjiklian PK. Survival among elderly patients after fractures of the distal radius. J Hand Surg Am 2002; 27:948.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic.