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Although epiphyseal fractures are common in adolescents, fractures of the distal femoral epiphyseal plate are rare.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Case presentation<\/jats:title><jats:p>We present a case of a Salter\u2013Harris type 1 fracture of the distal epiphysis of the femur that was self-inflicted by a patient with paraplegia due to spina bifida. The patient was brought to the pediatrician's attention during a routine checkup with an apparent swelling of the right thigh. Upon presentation, we performed a radiograph and an additional MRI, which revealed a partial ventero-medial epiphyseolysis, consistent with a Salter\u2013Harris type 1 fracture. Due to the dislocation, we indicated closed reduction with K-wires. Repositioning was performed using a modified Kapandji maneuver and was completed with additional K-wires.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>Distal epiphyseolysis is a relatively rare injury that can lead to serious complications. 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