Are Scaphoid Fracture Common?
The Scaphoid's Position on the Side of Your Wrist and Relatively Large Size Make It Vulnerable to Injury and Fracture. in Fact, It's the Most Frequently...
The scaphoid's position on the side of your wrist and relatively large size make it vulnerable to injury and fracture. In fact, it's the most frequently fractured carpal bone, accounting for about 70 percent of carpal fractures. The scaphoid has three parts: proximal pole: the end closest to your thumb.
How common are scaphoid fractures?
The scaphoid is the most common carpal bone fracture in athletes and accounts for up to 70% of all carpal bone fractures [1]. Males between the ages of 20–24 are associated with a higher rate of scaphoid fracture, likely secondary to participation in extreme sports and work that involves manual labor [2].
Why is scaphoid most commonly fractured?
Cause. A scaphoid fracture usually occurs when you fall onto an outstretched hand, with your weight landing on your palm. The end of the larger forearm bone (the radius) may also break in this type of fall, depending on the position of the hand on landing.
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