Frykman classification
Frykman classification is a system of categorizing Colles' fractures. In the Frykman classification system there are four types of fractures.[1]
Classification
Though the Frykman classification system has traditionally been used, there is little value in its use because it does not help direct treatment. The classification is as follows:[2]
| Radius Fracture | Ulna Fracture | |
|---|---|---|
| Absent | Present | |
| Extra articular | I | II |
| Intra-articular involving radiocarpal joint | III | IV |
| Intra articular involving distal radio-ulnar joint | V | VI |
| Intra articular involving both radiocarpal & distal radioulnar joints | VII | VIII |
See also
- Gartland & Werley classification
- Lidström classification
- Nissen-Lie classification
- Older's classification
References
- ^ Frykman, G. (1967). "Fracture of the distal radius including sequelae--shoulder-hand-finger syndrome, disturbance in the distal radio-ulnar joint and impairment of nerve function. A clinical and experimental study". Acta Orthopaedica Scandinavica: Suppl 108:3+. doi:10.3109/ort.1967.38.suppl-108.01. ISSN 0001-6470. PMID 4175195.
- ^ Wheeless, Clifford. "Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopaedics". Duke Orthopaedics. Retrieved 20 November 2019.