Introduction: Distal radius fractures are the most common fractures of the upper extremity. The commonest mode of injury is a fall on outstretched hand. Closed reduction and percutaneous pinning with 'The five pin technique' improves the reliability of fixation. Current study aimed to assess the clinical and functional outcome of fixation of distal radius fractures using the five pin technique Material and Methods: 30 patients with fracture of distal radiuswere subjected to history taking, thorough clinical examination with analysis of pre operativeandpost operative radiographs. Results:Functional outcome-Quick DASH scoring. Score of less than 10 in 14 patients, 11-15 score in 7 patients, 16-20 score in 6 patients, and more than 20 score in 3 patients. Conclusion: "The five pin technique" is a versatile tool which provides functional outcomes better than conventional K wire fixation and comparable to volar plating as seen in our study.

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