The Journal of hand surgery
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An external fixator has been developed that is confined to the radius. It is lightweight, has a low profile, and its application is uncomplicated. ⋯ The radius mini-fixator has been effective in the treatment of unstable Frykman Type I and II Colles' fractures that account for 36.3% in Frykman's series. It has also been used to stabilize osteotomies of the radius for malunited Colles' fractures.