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Table 13.23.1

Myers and McKeever classification of tibial spine fractures

Type	Description	Treatment
I	Undisplaced	Cast in extension for 6–8 weeks
II	Anterior half of fragment displaced superiorly, hinging posteriorly	Closed reduction and cast if position acceptable, otherwise as Type III
III	Entire fragment separates and rotates superiorly	Open or arthroscopic reduction and fixation

Type	Description	Treatment
I	Undisplaced	Cast in extension for 6–8 weeks
II	Anterior half of fragment displaced superiorly, hinging posteriorly	Closed reduction and cast if position acceptable, otherwise as Type III
III	Entire fragment separates and rotates superiorly	Open or arthroscopic reduction and fixation