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. 1986 Mar;68(2):232-3.
doi: 10.1302/0301-620X.68B2.3958009.

The value of remanipulating Colles' fractures

M M McQueen, A MacLaren, J Chalmers

The value of remanipulating Colles' fractures

M M McQueen et al. J Bone Joint Surg Br. 1986 Mar.

Abstract

The value of remanipulating a Colles' fracture which has redisplaced after primary reduction was assessed in 50 patients. In those over 60 years old, remanipulation failed to achieve a lasting improvement in position, while the majority of those under 60 years maintained a significant improvement in dorsal angulation. It is concluded that the elderly patient does not benefit from this procedure.

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