Once an X-ray shows the fracture is healed, the cast can be removed. Fractures that are in the proximal pole of the scaphoid, displaced, or not treated soon after injury require surgical repair.

A technically easier method is presented for treatment of proximal pole nonunions of the scaphoid with vascularized bone graft. Eleven patients with wrist pain and motion limitation were diagnosed ...

If the SL ligament is completely ruptured or incompetent, the proximal pole of the scaphoid subluxates dorsally, inducing pain or a clunk in the wrist. Figure 9. PA (a) and lateral (b) radiographs ...