Synonyms in a broader sense Scapholunary dissociation Scaphoid luxation Ligament injury of the wrist Distal radius fracture Hand Injury There are these possibilities of therapy In principle, scapholunar dissociation can be treated both conservatively and surgically. The conservative therapy is a treatment method for slight displacements of the scaphoid and lunar bone, if there are … Therapy of scapholunary dissociationSLD
When does one need surgery? In scapholunar dissociation there are many different manifestations of the disease. A fall or a violent impact damages the ligaments of the carpal bones, allowing them to emerge from their rigid skeleton. If the small carpal bones leave their anatomical place, one speaks of a dislocation. If, however, in addition … When does one need surgery? | Therapy of scapholunary dissociationSLD
Note You are here in the sub-theme Therapy of Scapholunary Dissociation. For general information on this topic, see Scapholunary Dissociation (SLD). Complications The complication of untreated or overlooked (1° and 2° injuries are often difficult to diagnose) scapholunar dissociationSLD is the development of osteoarthritis. Due to the unfavorable position of the individual carpal bones against … Note | Therapy of scapholunary dissociationSLD
