Original Article

Significance of High- and Low-Distal Energy Forearm Fractures

Objective: To determine in men and women aged 50 years or older the proportion of distal forearm fractures related to high- or low-energy events and subsequent fracturing. Methods: We reviewed records of patients presenting to emergency departments and urgent care facilities with distal forearm fractures occurring during a 7-year entry…

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