How long does Orif wrist surgery take?
The entire procedure typically takes 30-90 minutes, depending on the severity of the fracture, and is performed under either general anesthesia or regional anesthesia with sedation. In most cases, ORIF wrist surgery is an outpatient surgery, so you can go home the same day.
How long is distal radius fracture surgery?
A distal radius ORIF is a 30-90-minute outpatient surgery that is typically performed under either general anesthesia or regional “nerve block” anesthesia. After the patient is comfortable and asleep, the procedure is performed through the following steps: An incision is made on the palm side of the forearm and wrist.
Is distal radius surgery painful?
Occasionally, after surgery to repair a badly fractured distal radius, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) can occur. Be warned – initially the surgery is painful. We try to numb the affected area for about 24 hours after surgery, and then after that the patient will probably feel some discomfort for a few days.
What happens after ORIF wrist surgery?
Symptoms after ORIF of the wrist Once you have undergone ORIF wrist surgery, your wrist will be immobilised using a cast or a splint for up to three weeks. You may initially experience some numbness before the anaesthesia wears off fully. You will feel some pain post surgery which you will be given pain killers for.
How serious is a distal radius fracture?
While bone wrist fractures are more severe than others, the most common sign of a break in the distal radius is intense pain. A broken wrist is also characterized by swelling. In some cases, the swelling can get so bad that is becomes difficult or nearly impossible to move the injured hand or wrist.
What happens after distal radius surgery?
Most patients recover well after surgical fixation of their distal radius fractures and are able to return to their pre-injury work and recreational activities. Patient may lose some motion in their wrist (flexion and extension) as well as some residual forearm stiffness with limited rotation.
Why is my hand burning after surgery?
The biggest symptoms of nerve damage after surgery are usually numbness, tingling, burning, or muscle weakness or atrophy. Many times nerve issues after surgery are temporary, for example, many patients have nerve problems after surgery that only last for a few weeks to months (2,3).