Treatment of Proximal Humerus Fractures

posted 10/29/10 in Shoulder Fractures

Fractures of the proximal humerus--just below the shoulder joint--may ideally be treated nonoperatively when minimal displacement exists. After healing occurs, shoulder range of motion is usually in a very functional range, if not normal. A sling is required for 6 weeks. Elbow motion and pendulum exercises are allowed for the...