Distal Radius Fracture

The radius is the larger of the two bones of the forearm. The end toward the wrist is called the distal end. A fracture of the distal radius occurs when the area of the radius near the wrist breaks

Most common distal radius fractures: Colles's fracture

Colles's fracture:- A radiaus fracture within 2.5 cm of the wrist in which the distal fragment is displaced in a dorsal direction, also known as diner fork deformity due to the resembalnce resulting from the shape  of the wrist & hand following.