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Scaphoid Fractures
The scaphoid is the most commonly fractured carpal bone. Remember, if a fracture is suspected
Scaphoid Fractures ... Possible associated injuries ... Thumb spica • Ortho ... MH/CCF/CWRU EM ... Orthopedics #Sports #MSK
PV Card: Knee Injuries | Quick Reference Guide - Orthopedic injuries are commonly managed in the
to remind the clinician ... about the acute management ... from the 2015-16 ALiEM ... first two were on ankle ... #EM #Ortho #Knee
RADIAL HEAD FRACTURE 
Radial head fractures are the most common elbow fracture in adults and are
Possible associated injuries ... elbow dislocation, scaphoid ... Management: Pain ... MH/CCF/CWRU EM ... #Orthopedics #MSK
Scapholunate Dissociation
The spacing between all carpal bones should be 1-2 mm, look for the "Terry Thomas"
Possible associated injuries ... , scaphoid fracture ... Thumb spica • Ortho ... MH/CCF/CWRU EM ... Orthopedics #Sports #MSK
Perilunate Dislocation
On lateral wrist XR, the capitate ("apple") should sit in the lunate ("tea cup") which
Possible associated injuries ... (scaphoid most ... Sugar tong • Ortho ... MH/CCF/CWRU EM ... Orthopedics #Sports #MSK
Mallet Finger
Absence of a fracture does NOT exclude Mallet finger, the extension function of the DIP
joint needs to be clinically ... Possible associated injuries ... PIP joint • Ortho ... MH/CCF/CWRU EM ... #Orthopedics #MSK