Course Description:

This course, written by a Certified Hand Therapist, guides rehab providers in how to evaluate and treat patients recovering from a distal radius fracture. The course reviews wrist and forearm anatomy, covers risk factors and basic pathophysiology of these fractures, and discusses the types of fractures and some of the most commonly occurring complications. The course examines conservative treatment, surgical intervention, and the types of surgery most often performed. Throughout the course, Clinical Tips provide information to help clinicians focus on successful intervention. The section on post-fracture care discusses a thorough evaluation of patients with distal radius fractures and presents a variety of successful treatment approaches. The course is designed to help rehab professionals achieve the best possible functional outcomes with their patients.