| Abstract: | Smith's fracture is not common below the age of 20 years. The left wrist is more commonly involved. The ratio between Types 1, 2 and 3 of the fracture is 4:2:1. Pronation injury is the commonest mechanism. A fall on the back of the hand and compression with shearing force are the other two mechanisms. Closed manipulation and immobilisation in plaster extending from the middle of the arm up to the knuckles with the forearm in full supination is an excellent method of treatment. We have obtained excellent, good or fair results in 86.4% of our cases. |
