exploring the role of orthobiologic agents in promoting scaphoid non:union: healing: a narrative review

Scaphoid fractures are common carpal fractures that often result in associated nonunion or delayed union. traditional treatment typically involves prolonged immobilization with a cast, which can result in joint stiffness and reduced mobility. currently, fixation with a headless compression screw is the standard treatment for scaphoid fractures, often combined with volar plates for added stability. orthobiologic therapies, such as platelet-rich plasma (prp) and bone morphogenetic proteins (bmps), have shown promise in enhancing fracture union and improving long-term patient outcomes. however, the use of orthobiologics in treating scaphoid nonunion yields contradictory results, making it difficult to draw a definitive conclusion.