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Review
. 2020 Oct;51(4):511-516.
doi: 10.1016/j.ocl.2020.07.001.

Scaphoid Fractures in Athletes

William J Weller  1 , Norfleet B Thompson  2 , Sierra G Phillips  1 , James H Calandruccio  1
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Review

Scaphoid Fractures in Athletes

William J Weller et al. Orthop Clin North Am. 2020 Oct.

Abstract

Scaphoid fractures are common injuries in athletes. Most can be treated with cast immobilization, with an expected rate of union of 90% to 95%. Cast treatment, however, has the disadvantages of longer immobilization time, joint stiffness, reduced grip strength, and longer time to return to manual work or athletics. Closed reduction and percutaneous screw fixation generally are preferred in athletes to allow a quicker return to sport; if closed reduction cannot be obtained, open reduction and internal fixation may be required.

Keywords: Athletes; Open reduction; Percutaneous fixation; Return to play; Scaphoid fracture.

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Disclosure The authors have nothing to disclose.