Forearm fracture with improper punch
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The forearm is actually composed of two bones: radius and ulna. The two bones have an articulation proximal, distal plus an interossus membrane. Th membrane which allows force distribution between the bones to unload excessive force, particularly with axial or weight bearing force.
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Despite the anatomical features to allow for a deload of axial force the bones were not designed to resist significant shear force, such as blunt force trauma. .
In this example Artem Damkovsky threw a circular punch however due to misjudging the distance with his strike he landed on his lateral forearm bone instead of his fist. The fighter was unable to continue the fight and it was determined he suffered a forearm fracture.
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Important note❗️It was not disclosed which bone was fractured however based on the site of impact I would hypothesis that he fractured his radius. Certainly possible he could have broken both the ulna and radius.
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Injuries happen in fighting however this demonstrates the importance of proper distance management so you do not inflict more damage to yourself than your opponent.
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