Introduction: Fractures of the distal end radius are the most common fractures of the upper extremity, encountered in practice and constitute 17% of all fractures and 75% of all forearm fractures. The fundamental principle of fracture treatment is to obtain accurate fracture reduction and then use an immobilization method that will maintain and hold that reduction. The most common surgical treatment of closed distal radius fractures is by Kirschner-wires (K-wires) or volar locking plates, with the latter gaining popularity these days. In this study, we compared functional outcomes of K-wires with those of volar locking plates.