Factors influencing functioning after volar locking plate fixation of distal radius fractures: a scoping review of 148 studies.

ABSTRACT:

Background and purpose

A better understanding of factors that influence functioning may improve the identification of patients with distal radius fractures (DRFs) who need hand therapy. The purpose of this scoping review was to provide a comprehensive overview of factors that have been evaluated for their influence on hand functioning following volar plate fixation of DRFs.

Material and methods

6 databases were searched from 2005 to 2021 for publications regarding surgical treatment for a DRF with a volar locking plate. Included studies evaluated demographic, perioperative, and postoperative factors within the 6 weeks post-surgery for their influence on functioning at least 3 months post-surgery. Functioning was assessed with patient-reported outcome measures. The factors we

SUBMITTER: Boel S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10253938 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature