Distal radius fracture primary prevention

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Rohan A. Bhimani, M.B.B.S., D.N.B., M.Ch.[2]

There are no established measures for the primary prevention of distal radius fractures. Healthy diet and regular exercises like running and weight lifting help decrease the chances of fracture.

• There are no established measures for the primary prevention of distal radius fractures.
• However, the best way to prevent distal radius fractures is with a safe, active lifestyle and a healthy diet.
• Bones respond to external forces by becoming stronger.
• Weight-bearing exercises like running and weightlifting are critical to maintaining strong, healthy bones.

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