Wrist Injuries

The wrist is frequently injured in sports. Sprains are the most common wrist injury, accounting for 20% to 50% of injuries, followed by contusions (15%30%) and fractures (5%35%). Distal radius fractures are the most common fracture seen in emergency departments; scaphoid fractures are the most common carpal fracture. Acute injuries of the wrist occur in sports such as football, hockey, and snowboarding, most often from falls. Falls resulting in wrist injuries can also be seen in recreational activities such as rollerblading and biking. ...