Injury
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INTRODUCTION: Volar locking plates have revolutionised the treatment of distal radius fractures but complications are not uncommon. We present a cadaveric study and a technical tip to assist in the accurate and reproducible placement of one such plate. ⋯ Placing this next to needles in these joints can help pre-plan the most distal and ulnar extent of the plate allowing for reproducible optimal positioning of the DVR plate. TECHNIQUE: The technique developed uses the existing kit and is simple and easy to build into one's existing fixation technique.