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.

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 ...

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 ...

What is the location of the fracture? The fracture may be at the far end (distal pole) of the scaphoid, in the middle, or at the near end (proximal pole). The fractures at the near end (closer to ...