Serial Radiography
In the absence of reliable evidence, it is the opinion of the work group that distal radius fractures that are treated non-operatively be followed by ongoing radiographic evaluation for 3 weeks and at cessation of immobilization.

Rationale
Redisplacement during non-operative treatment of distal radius fractures may result in symptomatic malunions in any patient. The work group deemed that it is warranted to issue a recommendation on this topic despite a lack of evidence determining maintenance of adequate fracture reduction during non-operative treatment. Patients and surgeons may agree to alter treatment if the fracture is noted to lose reduction during this period. This recommendation will involve patient visits and radiographic assessment which is part of orthopedic care of these injuries. We believe that such monitoring of fracture position during non-operative treatment is consistent with the current practice of most orthopedic surgeons.