Buckle Fracture

Forearm fractures account for 40% to 50% of all childhood fractures. About three out of four forearm fractures in children involve the wrist-end of the radius.

Buckle fracture is also known as Torus fracture. In a buckle fracture the periosteum on one side of the bone is compressed. Generally rest is all that is needed especially as in children bones heal quickly. Underlying etiology should be corrected.

Other common forearm fractures include:

-Greenstick fracture: The fracture extends through a portion of the bone, causing it to bend on the other side.

-Galeazzi fracture: There is a displaced fracture in the radius and a dislocation of the ulna at the wrist.

-Monteggia fracture: There is a fracture in the ulna and the head of the radius is dislocated. This is a very severe injury and requires urgent care. (Remember M=Medial bone is fractured)

-Colles' fracture: This is a distal fracture of the radius with dorsal (posterior) displacement of the wrist and hand.