4 year old girl, broken humerus 2" from shoulder ball. doctor, put a low sling on it a said it will heal itself. humerus bones overlap each other an 1". has not been set or casts. should i get a second opinions?
Ron Deane
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The medical term for a fracture in the middle third of the humerus is a "midshaft humeral fracture." This type of fracture can occur due to trauma or injury and may require immobilization or surgical intervention for proper healing. Complications such as nerve or blood vessel damage can also occur with this type of fracture.
it depends on the fracture if surgery is required and the recovery period
The humerus.
This is called an open fracture of the humerus.
In an accident, the surgical neck of the humerus is more likely to fracture than the anatomical neck. The surgical neck is located just below the tubercles of the humerus and is a common site for fractures due to its relatively thinner structure and exposure to trauma. In contrast, the anatomical neck is less prone to fractures as it is surrounded by more robust bone and ligaments.
It most likely depends on whether you have to have surgery or not. In my case, I did not and just started running again with my doctor's blessing after 12 weeks. I have also since read online that the average humerus fracture takes 12 weeks to heal.
eat vegetables, drink milk , eat food that has protein and take some rest.
The humerus most often fractures in the surgical neck region, which is located just below the head of the humerus. This area is particularly susceptible to fractures due to its anatomical location and the forces typically involved in falls or trauma. Additionally, mid-shaft fractures of the humerus are also common, often resulting from direct blows or torsional forces.
A comminuted fracture of the surgical neck of the right humerus is a fracture where the bone is broken into multiple pieces near the top of the arm bone. Surgery may be needed to realign the bone fragments and stabilize the fracture with plates, screws, or pins to promote proper healing and restore function. Physical therapy is often recommended post-surgery to regain strength and mobility in the arm.
You will recover in a few weeks from surgery, but a full recovery can take 3 to 4 months of physiotherapy
I had a multiple humerus fracture 16 weeks ago. Three places. I did not need an operation and things are starting to move nicely, physio is not pleasant and I suffer after driving but my problem is the swelling of my inner arm between shoulder and elbow. I feel as though I'm stuck with it. Anyone had any experience, how long did it take for the swelling to reduce? I am 68 and have osteopennia which is now being treated.
A humeral calcium callus refers to the bony tissue that forms during the healing process of a fracture in the humerus, which is the bone of the upper arm. When a fracture occurs, the body initiates a healing response that includes the formation of a soft callus followed by a hard callus, which is rich in calcium. This hard callus provides stability and support to the broken bone as it heals. The presence of a calcium callus indicates that the bone is in the process of healing and strengthening.