Forearm fractures treated with elastic stable intramedullary nailing: Is casting still necessary?

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Elastic stable intramedullary nailing is widely recognized for treating pediatric forearm fractures due to its stable fixation and minimal impact on soft tissue. Traditionally, casting has followed elastic stable intramedullary nailing; however, recent studies question its necessity. This study evaluates the outcomes of omitting casts post-elastic stable intramedullary nailing, examining healing speed and quality of life compared to cases where casting was applied.

Materials and methods

A prospective study was conducted from 2022 to 2024 in an urban hospital, where children with both-bone midshaft forearm fracture were randomized to receive or not receive casting after elastic stable intramedullary nailing. Age- and sex-matched patients were selected to allow fo

SUBMITTER: Herdea A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12276208 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature