Herbert Classification (Scaphoid Fracture)

Herbert classification of scaphoid fractures sorts the fracture by stability first and by what happened afterwards second.

Open the calculator → Runs in your browser. Data leaves only if you deliberately send a problem report from the interactive tool.

Example

Herbert type
B3 - proximal pole fracture

Result: Herbert type B3, a proximal pole fracture: group B, acute and unstable.

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What you enter

  • Herbert type
How this is calculated

Herbert TJ, Fisher WE. Management of the fractured scaphoid using a new bone screw. J Bone Joint Surg Br. 1984;66(1):114-123. Read the source ↗

A reference and educational tool. Not medical, legal, or financial advice, and not a substitute for clinician judgment.

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