Rethinking Scaphoid Fixation

Abstract

Scaphoid fixation, whether for acute injuries or nonunion, is made challenging by the small and intra-articular nature of the most commonly fractured carpal bone. The purpose of this article is to review the techniques to simplify scaphoid fixation and to optimize healing and early return to activity.

Keywords: Double screw; Fixation; Grafting; Nonunion; Plate; Scaphoid fracture.