I felt and broke my wrist. The surgeon proposed me an operation; is it really necessary?

Some fractures do need an operation to stabilize the bony fragments especially if the normal anatomical pattern has been lost. In other cases the union of the fragment can be achieved both with an operation or conservative treatment. The difference is made by patient's needs. The use of stabilizing elements, such as plates or screws, allows in most cases an immediate mobilization. An hand therapy program is mandatory after surgery.