Proximal Humerus Fractures
- 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
- Treatment with sling immobilization is indicated for minimally displaced fractures with surgical fixation versus arthroplasty indicated in more complex and displaced fractures.
How long does it take for a proximal humerus fracture to heal?
Complete bony healing often takes at least three months, so therapy and function are slowly resumed prior to this to minimize the risk of severe stiffness and muscle atrophy. While healing is often complete by roughly three months after the fracture, full recovery may take up to a year.
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