The investigators will be evaluating the use of versawrap in the setting of distal radius fractures by placing membrane between plate and flexor tendons. Investigators will then evaluate tendon gliding morphology and number of tendon ruptures
Cognitively able to converse in English or in native language supported by a certified medical interpreter;
Diagnosed with a closed, distal radius fracture treated with open reduction and internal fixation using a volar distal radius plating system.
open injury;
concomitant injury to the contralateral wrist;
history of flexor tendon repair involving one or both hands or wrists;
use of a trans-carpal fixation device (bridge plate or external fixator) that would preclude wrist motion post-operatively;
University of Colorado, Denver
Lead sponsor