User:Mr. Ibrahem/Trapezium fracture

Trapezium fracture is a break of the trapezium bone in the wrist. Symptoms typically include pain at the palm side of the wrist at the level of the thumb. There is also typically pain with thumb movement. Often there are other wrist bone fractures. Complications may include arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and wrist stiffness.

The typically result from forces transmitted through the thumb, or being pulled upon by the transverse carpal ligament. Types include body, trapezial ridge, and fracture dislocations. Diagnosis is generally by X-ray or CT scan.

If the peices are well aligned an orthopedic cast, specifically a thumb spica for 4 to 6 weeks may be used. Otherwise surgery is typically required. Outcomes are generally good with appropriate treatment. Trapezium fractures represent about 1 to 5% of breaks of bones within the wrist.