Abstract

Highly comminuted fractures of the forearm are challenging for orthopaedic surgeons to manage because of the functional importance of anatomic restoration of alignment while obtaining sufficient fixation. The use of spanning plate fixation to stabilize comminuted ulna shaft fractures allows the patient early range of motion, whereas maintaining appropriate alignment and maximizing the patient's chances for a good outcome. This video demonstrates a technique for treating a highly comminuted open forearm fracture using spanning or bridge plating techniques.

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