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Diaphyseal fractures involving the radius and ulna, so called "both-bone" or "double-bone" forearm fractures are common orthopedic injuries. These injuries can result in significant loss of function if inadequately treated.

The middle of the femur bone is known as the diaphysis. When the when a fracture happens near the center of the thigh bone, it is called a diaphyseal femur fracture.

Long-bones diaphyseal fractures are characterized by morphology patterns, with displacement and comminution, that could cause low bony contact, bone loss and vascular supply disruption, and consequently an impaired bone healing process.

The fracture can open or closed. Location can be proximal, mid-shaft, or distal, or categorized based on the pattern - transverse, oblique, spiral, or comminuted.

The forearm fractures are usually managed by surgical fixation, including closed or open reduction and internal fixation. Open reduction helps achieve anatomic reduction, stable fixation, and an early range of motion, thereby enabling patients to return to their pre-injured state as early as possible.

Fractures of the radius and ulna are the most common fractures of the upper extremity, with distal fractures occurring more often than proximal fractures. A fall onto an outstretched hand is the most common mechanism of injury for fractures of the radius and ulna.

This type of fracture takes place in the middle, or shaft (diaphysis), of the tibia. There are three types of tibial shaft fractures: Nondisplaced: A fracture where the broken bones remain aligned. This type of fracture is usually seen in children under four.

When the when a fracture happens near the center of the thigh bone, it is called a diaphyseal femur fracture. This type of fracture typically happens in in high-impact instances, such as accidents involving a car, as a large amount of force is required to break this bone.