WRIST & FOREARM FRACTURES
If you have suspect a fracture, Dr. Michael Krosin, Dr. Steven Zourabian, and Dr. Virginia Lieu are the best, Board certified fellowship trained specialists that can provide expert evaluation and treatment. We proudly serve patients throughout the East Bay, including Oakland, Hayward, San Leandro, San Ramon, and Dublin.
WRIST & FOREARM FRACTURES
A forearm fracture occurs when one or both of the bones in the forearm — the radius and ulna — break. These bones work together to allow rotation of the forearm, enabling movements such as turning the palm up or down.
Forearm fractures may occur due to:
- Falls onto an outstretched hand
- Sports injuries
- Direct trauma to the arm
- Motor vehicle accidents
A radius fracture is a break in the radius, the larger of the two forearm bones located on the thumb side of the arm. The radius plays an important role in wrist movement and forearm rotation.
Radius fractures can occur in different areas of the bone and are commonly caused by:
- Falls onto an outstretched hand
- Sports injuries
- Workplace accidents
- Direct trauma to the arm
A distal radius fracture is one of the most common orthopedic injuries and occurs when the radius breaks near the wrist joint.
This injury is often referred to as a broken wrist and commonly occurs when someone falls onto an outstretched hand.
Distal radius fractures are especially common in:
- Older adults with osteoporosis
- Athletes and active individuals
- People who experience falls or accidents
What to Expect at East Bay Orthopaedic
At East Bay Ortho, we start with a one-on-one consultation to understand your injury, goals, and routine. From there, our doctors develop a plan to maintain bone alignment, and protect long-term shoulder and arm movement.
As you recover, we guide you through rehabilitation, monitor your progress, and provide tips to prevent future injuries. Our goal is to help you regain strength and safely return to work, hobbies, and daily activities.
We proudly serve patients throughout the East Bay, including Oakland, Hayward, San Leandro, San Ramon, and Dublin.
Schedule a consultation with our doctors to begin focused, effective care.