Abstract: A fixation plate kit for fixation of a distal radius facture includes a fixation plate and a member. The fixation plate includes an elongated plate having a distal portion and a proximal portion. The distal portion includes a first surface, a second surface extending from and forming an angle with the first surface, and at least one first opening in the first surface. The proximal portion has a length and a width and is generally curved across its width over its length. The member is configured to be mounted in the first opening, extend from the first opening, and be inserted into a radius. The member may be integrally mounted in the first opening or may be an articulating member that extends from the distal portion over multiple angles and orientations.

Abstract: A fixation plate kit for fixation of a distal radius facture includes an elongated plate and at least one tensioning device. The elongated plate is configured to be mounted to the volar surface of the distal radius and includes a distal portion and a proximal portion. The distal portion extends from and forms an angle with the proximal portion and includes at least one tine extending from the distal portion. The tensioning device is configured to pass through an opening in the elongated plate, through a channel in the radius, and to be tightenable to fix the elongated plate to the radius.

Abstract: The present invention provides both methods and apparatus for stable internal fixation of distal radius fractures. The apparatus includes a tined plate designed for implantation which is attached to the distal radius with the tines located in fragments of the distal radius and the methods are adapted to placed the plate in the proper position on the dorsal surface of the distal radius.