Scaphoid Fracture Test

While some nondisplaced fractures might heal with proper immobilization, untreated or improperly treated scaphoid fractures can lead to nonunion or avascular necrosis, necessitating more complex treatments.

Healing times vary depending on the fracture's location and whether it is displaced. Nondisplaced fractures may heal within 6 to 12 weeks with proper immobilization, whereas displaced fractures or those requiring surgery might take longer.

Nondisplaced fractures, or those caught early, can often be treated conservatively, i.e. with casting. However, surgery may be recommended for displaced fractures, nonunions, or when the fractured scaphoid exhibits instability after extended immobilization.