. . This is a special view with the wrist positioned such that the scaphoid is exposed to maximize surface area and minimize overlapping structures. The wrist and fingers are ulna deviated.

Illustration 75 ( Same patient as Illustration 74 B ) Scaphoid View
Now let us consider two common fractures you will encounter of the distal radius :
1….. Colles Fracture
2….. Smith’s Fracture
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