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Proximal humerus fractures are common fractures often seen in older patients with osteoporotic bone following a ground-level fall on an outstretched arm. Diagnosis is made with orthogonal radiographs of the shoulder.
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Many broken humerus bones can be treated without surgery. A bone doctor will give you a special brace(splint) to wear on your upper arm for one to three weeks after the injury. You'll wear the splint or a new brace all the time for at least six weeks, and maybe up to twelve weeks. As your bone heals, you'll wear the brace less and less.
A humerus fracture is the medical name for breaking the bone in your upper arm (your humerus). Humerus fractures are usually caused by traumas like car accidents or falls. If you break your humerus, you might need surgery to repair your bone.
There are two types of humerus fractures based on the location of the break (s). Trauma from a fall or accident are often the cause of this type of fracture. Treatment varies depending on the type and severity of the break but may include the use of a sling, brace, splint or cast and/or surgery.
Most cases of proximal humerus fractures are treated with non-surgical methods, which include some combination of: Medication: Over-the-counter or prescription pain-relieving medication help reduce pain and include: Acetaminophen (Tylenol): for mild pain. Codeine and acetaminophen (Tylenol with Codeine): for mild to moderate pain.
19 cze 2020 · A proximal humerus fracture is a serious injury to the humerus bone in the shoulder joint that requires immediate treatment to preserve function of the shoulder. A fracture to the humerus bone is a possible consequence of a traumatic event, such as a fall or forceful collision.
29 mar 2021 · Treatment of the humeral shaft fractures is usually nonoperative with a coaptation splint for 10 weeks followed by a functional brace. This treatment is proven to be successful in the majority of cases with a 90% union rate. Acceptable alignment is less than 20° of the anterior posterior angulation.
