Fractured Humerus (Broken Arm): Everything You Need To Know

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In this video the surgeons discuss shoulder fractures. They discuss the mechanism of injury, the signs and symptoms and they review an X-ray. They discuss the different types of shoulder fractures. Finally, they discuss treatment and outcomes.
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@patriciasadlertrainor6771 Год назад

I broke my proximal humerus about 7 years ago, at 63. Probably the most pain I have ever had. Yes, my arm was bruised from shoulder to elbow. I was on painkillers round the clock for the first 3 weeks and only managed to sleep propped up on pillows waking up every couple hours. For anyone going through this it does get better even if it feels like hell at first.

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Yes it does. Thanks for sharing

@lunagaiaspath5069 Год назад

That's reassuring I'm week ten and feel like a pack of dogs are chewing my arm off.Doing all the exercises with phsio. Makes it feel worse..Presuming muscle, nerve damage as bone is healing. Thank you:)

@goofyahhh254 Год назад

@@lunagaiaspath5069❤

@goofyahhh254 Год назад

@lunagaiaspath5069 how is it feeling now?!

@lunagaiaspath5069 Год назад

@@goofyahhh254 Thank you for asking. Still achy some days, but doing much better and able to raise it more.I'm finally driving:)

@michelleb43 7 месяцев назад

I’m 9 weeks into a shoulder fracture of the greater tuberosity and glenoid. I’ve been doing my Physio exercises everyday. Function is still limited but getting better each day. I’ve been filming one of my exercises each day so I can keep track of it to show my Physiotherapist. I’m so determined to get this shoulder back to full functionality. The exercises are so important. Keep doing them EVERY DAY!

@tgcaviness 6 месяцев назад

Thanks so much for this video. I broke my proximal humerus two weeks ago - just saw surgeon today, and we decided to go the non-surgical route. EVERYTHING you shared echoed what I’ve experienced so far and what they told me. So that’s reassuring - which makes a huge difference when you’re going through something like this. Thank you again!

@ryankay6716 2 года назад

Great video again! After my surgery a year ago I am considered fully healed with about 75% rom, and still have some pain. The important thing is I can do pretty much everything I did before my accident. Biggest piece of advice, do as your physiotherapist tells you to do. Do your excersises!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Yes Ryan listen to your therapist. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@robinb3963 2 года назад

Thank you for this video. I fell and fractured my humerus in 3 places, had ORIF and am now at 14 weeks post surgery in PT. I never would have expected a recovery like this but your video has been a huge help!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Glad we could help Robin. All the best during the rest of your recovery. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@Alesa-mk2cc 10 месяцев назад

I fell and broke my humorous I can't put my hands behind my back and like when you're in front of the judge I can't get my hand up all the way it goes crooked will this April 3rd and August will this change or is it budget is for the rest of my life

@1packatak 2 года назад

A good ortho surgeon is worth their weight in gold!! Had a significant shoulder fracture/dislocation a few years back. Had surgery, but was not making progress in PT. Decided to get a second opinion from a shoulder specialist. He fixed me up!! It was amazing.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Glad to hear it Pat. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@jennymarti5868 2 года назад

I appreciate this video so much. I watched it right after breaking my greater tuberosity two months ago and it was by far the best info on wat t expect. I’ve been in PT for about a month and they are thrilled with my ROM. I still have trouble reaching behind my back and the muscles are way tight in some places and weak in others. I can lift all the way up forward and sideways. PT says I should be good sooner than later, and vigilant doing of homework exercises is getting me recovered fast. Obv everyone is different, but I was very lucky to have a simple break that healed quickly. I’m confident the rest will come, if I’m patient and put in the work. Thanks for all you do!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi Jenny! Sorry to hear you broke your shoulder but sounds like you are kicking butt at physio. Keep it up. All the best. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@darlenericotta7550 2 года назад

There are so many good videos by These Docs and they listen to your questions and answer them as well. Thanks again Docs for being out there. Take care.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Very welcome Darlene. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@Nan-59 2 года назад

Yes! And They're the nicest & friendliest, too!!!

@darlenericotta7550 2 года назад

@@Nan-59 They sure are and care enough to answer your questions.

@luiskus6394 2 года назад

I luis broke my by cops but still suffering from it n getting worse n went back to work wit my dad n slam my elbow wit d door n it's affecting my shoulder also okdoc

@sag1970 2 года назад

Measuring my progress through this information. 2/1/22, I had a long fractured humerus, 2/18/22, plate was attached and through balanced meals, rest and gently moving my hands,arm mobility has greatly improved to the present,3/21/22, I am able to extend the arm straight up to 180°. OT is very happy with progress. I'll see my surgeon on 3/30/22. Really looking forward to thanking him for the wonderful work he did, piecing me back together.! I plan to share this site with him. Thank you,

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Very nice Mary. And thanks for spreading the word. Congrats. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@micheleharris9617 2 года назад

You guys were spot on with everything you said. I fell 5 months ago and I'm still fighting to get my full range of motion back. Feel free to emphasize the pain; the pain when I felt was the worst I've ever experienced in my life. 😮

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Sorry to hear that Michele. Hopefully you are on the mend! Thanks for watching and subscribing

@indranidasgupta8982 Год назад

When I fell, the pain made me literally want to die (for a few moments)... so I hear you.

@AngelaMay66 Год назад

I'm in tears pulling up my pants, and yes moments of thinking life was over.

@kaynapier Год назад

I’m at the one year (and one day mark) from my fall. My rom is fair. Can’t reach behind my back or reach across my chest, but I can touch my head. My arm raise is kind of crooked. And man oh man, I delivered six boys, and the pain from this fracture is like nothing I have ever experienced in my life! Absolutely awful!

@kaynapier Год назад

I had a four part displaced proximal fracture and bicep tenodesis. 😬

@TravelTheWorldlk Год назад

My humerus fractured into two parts four months ago, necessitating surgery. I was armeressle with a friend when I had a sudden fracture. The doctor corrected it with internal fixation, and I began working out again after two months, quickly regaining my muscles. I understand that those who watch this video are likely to be injured or devastated. So I am happy to share my experience.

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Thanks very much for sharing. Arm wrestling is a surprisingly not totally uncommon cause of this fracture. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@jaydu2970 Год назад

I injured mine the same way. When were you able to take your arm out of the sling?

@michelegoodwin1370 Год назад

hi how did they decide you needed surgery may i ask. I fractured mine 3 months ago and looks displaced. Waiting for CT scan

@erikandcolleenmallery 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for this video.

@annahui9919 2 года назад

Thank you Drs you guys are so good with the explanation

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Our pleasure anna! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@JanuarieTimewalker13 2 года назад

Never thought I’d be back on this site again, but I fell in my house and now have proximal humerus fracture. I just had hip replacement last June. This fracture not only broke me physically, but emotionally....I was just getting my life back and then bammm....I was multitasking and was walking briskly. With vans-like sneakers on...tripped over front of sneaker....face planted....3 stitches in lip, bruised ribs, black eye....bruising on arm. I’m going to watch this video at least 3 times.....when you said slow down....you are so right on!!!!! I’m into this 6 weeks so far. I take arm out of sling to let it hang. Little by little I’m doing things I could do at first...like using a can opener. Yikes another long road ahead. Your videos are wonderful. So grateful to both of you💐

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi Linda. So sorry to hear this. Slow and steady will win this race. Start pendulum exercises then start using the good arm to gently move then broken one. Best of luck to you. And you’re very welcome. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@JanuarieTimewalker13 2 года назад

@@TalkingWithDocs It’s true, slow and steady does win the race. I’ve always been New York fast and it doesn’t work with an aging Thal body (Beta Thalassemic Major here). I have to find your vid with the pendulum exercises. I’ve gone to 2 orthos...one wants full shoulder replacement (NJ doc) and the other wants reverse shoulder replacement (NY doc). I’ve had 3 surgeries in 6 years, and quite frankly, I need a rest (Pins in hip, Pins out of Hip, Hip replacement). Im following my inner voice and trying what my body would naturally do....if I’m in pain and have a severe ROM problem in 18 months, maybe I’ll consider surgery. Luckily, I have a childhood friend who is orthopedic surgeon and I sent him my X-ray and he knows what I’ve been through and he said wait. I never broke anything from 4-54 (except for bruised ribs and sternum from being a bit wild child-ish). I’m adjusting emotionally now but I’ve noticed I’ve lost length in my arm. Ughhh...this is exactly what happened with leg from hip fracture! Thank you for hearing me out. One thing medical doctors never talk about is nutrition, and that upsets me. Wish there would be more talk about that. I’m taking everything I can to help my body heal. Protein drinks,, Vitamin E, C, Zinc, Ca. I pray too and journal. Trying mantras too. I need my life back!!! Peace🖖🏽PS...at least with you can’t limp with one shorter arm...lol This is a easier for me than the Hip was. Still, trying. Thanks again.

@sovietspy0014 2 года назад

Praying for you ❤️🙏🏼

@JanuarieTimewalker13 2 года назад

@@sovietspy0014 thank you!!

@indranidasgupta8982 Год назад

Hi Linda, I have so much more respect for my arms now... I couldn't even open a bottle of water, much less jars or cans... slow down is a great piece of advice... everybody has been telling me that. I tend to move fast without thinking -- I'm from Jersey so it's second nature to move fast lol... so it's been a lesson! I find I talk to myself these days asking me to slooooow dooooown! Anyway, I found a D3+K2 bottle in would you believe Walmart? It's the Nature Made brand. The K2 helps take the D3 out of the bloodstream and into the bones. Also taking Liposomal C for quicker healing and Super C+D3+Zinc on other days. Arnica roll on gel is also a blessing and helped me through the first four weeks after the fall.

@maritzarodriguez6860 5 месяцев назад

Great video. I listened it when I felt and didn’t know much about it I am 57 and never had experience a fracture in my life!! Same situation described by this great Docs . No surgery needed which I was glad. Spent the rest of Nov’23 until 30th of Dec sleeping if you call it, as I slept on my sofa seated! Gosh getting up every 2 h to walk and drink herbal teas… very hard. I am right handed and that was my broken arm. The sling worked well for 3/4 weeks but then hand/arm got swollen and painful. I took painkillers etc. Bone has healed. Physio started at 5 weeks. But my hand can’t get the flexibility yet. It’s like if it was made of concrete! Nearly 3 months. But I moved to my bed the 1st Jan’24 never mind the pain which is getting lesser . Winter in Scotland doesn’t help as I am very scare of falling . Hoping to go back to work soon but I use laptops for my job… I had been advised to try to get my hand more flexible.. anyway.. it’s a journey but amazing to see how our body recovers !! Best of luck and Tk you Docs again.

@chaewhite5830 2 года назад

You Docs are the BEST! Always informative and helpful. Thank you so much for taking the time to do these videos. PS They’re entertaining!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Doing our best Chae! You are very welcome. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@Kathleensailorgirl 2 года назад

Great explanation, love your sense of humor. 😄👍

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Thanks Kathleen. All the best. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@austinthiel679 2 года назад

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. I broke my humerus dirt biking, and I was blown away by all the stuff my arm did in the first week and a half; It's nice to finally see my knuckles again. You touched on people sleeping in armchairs because it is best to let the arm hang at all times during healing. When is it typical for patients you've had to finally get back into that horizontal sleeping position?

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi Austin. Likely 4-6 weeks for sleeping. All the best during your recovery. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@jamble7k 2 года назад

broke/dislocated my proximal humerus 4 weeks ago and had it plated , I was able to start sleeping on my back again (with a lot of pillows) after 2 weeks - it was a real relief to be able to lie down again OMG

@mgildea67 Год назад

A year later and my arm buckles about a third of the way down when I lift it straight out to the side and hold it for more than a few seconds. What a hellish and painful broken surgical neck. There is no way to get your backside into a recliner unless you are tall without using your shoulder. The only way I lived thru that was laying still and flat with the arm straight along my side. The sling felt like it separated the bone. Took about 12 weeks before I could drive to hop on a plane and take my missed vacation. Sorry for anyone enduring that horrific pain. Someone said it takes a full two years to fully heal. Im starting to believe that. The youtube docs were far more helpful than the useless doc i got, so thank you for posting the helpful videos. Happy healing, everyone😊

@HealthCoach-TaiChiGung Год назад

Great video. And I like how you ended with remember you are in charge of your own health. For sure. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Very welcome. We all need to be more responsible for our own health. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@mandydehoog2708 2 года назад

You both are so informative. Love your videos❤️🇨🇦

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

We are so glad you love them Mandy! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@fatherandsonsfishing 2 года назад

LOL at the person photo-bombing the video at 8:10! Another great video, guys! You do such a good job explaining stuff to the level of a normal person. As someone without a shoulder fracture, I'll raise my glass and say cheers!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Thanks Father and Sons Fishing. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@Nan-59 2 года назад

Great eye! I didn't notice!

@jackkip 2 года назад

I fell this summer on wet concrete. Tried to catch myself on the way down on a nearby chair. Ended up fracturing my greater tuberosity and tore my supraspinatus. Luckily no surgery but it has been a long road to recovery. The trick is not to get impatient. Slow and steady wins the race.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

We would agree Jackie. And don't fall! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@JR-dh1hf 2 года назад

Same here I’m almost 3 months from injury, right now going to therapy but range of motion is not at its full potential no surgery

@mariagriffin1216 2 года назад

Hi Docs I love watching your videos I learn so much and your both cute and love that you make it fun to watch . Thank you for making my day ❤❤

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

You are very welcome Maria. Glad we can help. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@anacee 7 месяцев назад

Thank you, doctors, you have answered my questions. I was not sure I wanted surgery on my shoulder. Now I know.

@maryarusinak3578 2 года назад

Hello from Cincinnati, Ohio! I discovered your videos a few months ago and I love them! I’m wondering if you could do one on pelvic fractures. Thanks, and please continue the great work you’re doing!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

We can add it to the list for sure Marya! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@joannm.1756 Год назад

I love you guys! Great info!

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Thanks so much JoAnn! Thanks for watching and subscribing

@Jorgeola757 2 года назад

Hi Dr.'s, I dislocated and fractured my left shoulder on 5 Oct 21. Here in Port st.Lucie Fl , the treatment for my injury as you described in the video. I really appreciate your videos and the information you provide. The humor is good to. Thanks for sharing.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Very welcome Jorge. We love Port St Lucie. Great area to golf and amazing weather! All the best during your recovery. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@jayj3990 2 года назад

Thank You

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

You're welcome Jay. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@cazallapepe3 Год назад

Great Video , thanks for the information. I chose surgery and the first 72-96 hours was the toughest .

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Agreed scott. Speedy recovery. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@martin4819 Год назад

Thanks for the video…it’s reassuring to hear the professionals and reading comments that this type of injury is a slow recovery process and not unique. I go to PT three times a week and do PT at home everyday. I’ve found doing PT in a pool is great. The cold water keeps the swelling down a bit and depending on where you are at in recovery, the buoyancy is helpful in aiding movement and the mild resistance of the water when u are further along is a good start for strengthening. Also got some bands that attach to the door and a stick and u can do just about all the PT exercises at home. Definitely don’t want my shoulder to “freeze up” or be doing PT for a year so I take it very seriously.

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Good luck Martin. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@margaretsmith7241 Год назад

Great video.

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Thanks Margaret. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@alidavalentinagosgnach700 Год назад

Hey docs your videos are always so informative and interesting! My apology for the delay reply!😊

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Thanks Alida. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@juliaharbeck774 13 дней назад

My husband is 73 and broke his proximal humerus in Bicycle accident. There are 3 pieces broke but the shoulder head itself is intact. They gave him 2 days of pain meds and won't give him anything else which is pretty inhumane. Told him to just wear a sling and come back in 2 weeks. I made a different appointment with another doctor to get another opinion since my husband is in a lot of pain from this shoulder and other injuries. So it was interesting watching the video.

@gaelparland2050 2 года назад

So happy, all my doc didn’t have time to tell me, just paused video, as tears dropping , tears of relief. These guys deserve an Oscar

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Thanks so much Gael! Hope you are ok. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@toryberch 2 года назад

I had a rotator cuff repair surgery last Dec and I highly recommend the Breg Polar Care cold machine or one similar. It was a life saver for pain control

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi Tory. Yes a cooling unit makes a big difference. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@marciaborg77 2 года назад

Thanks

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Very welcome Marcia. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@jfox8531 2 года назад

Thanks guys! You make me miss the OR!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi J. Welcome. Yes we all miss the OR. Thanks COVID. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@howardevans3827 5 месяцев назад

Thank you for an interesting and informative video. I'm currently in month 5 of my Humeral fracture. As others have said, the pain is something on a completely different level, with night times when you just want to sleep being near on impossible. I'm now in physio and fighting onwards.. little by little!

@anitaarmstrong5583 2 года назад

Love watching all your videos. You docs are the best ever. Thank you 🙏 for all that you do!! Be safe! ❤️Ontario

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Thanks so much Anita! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@pascaladl 9 месяцев назад

I (45yo) broke my proximal humerus 2 weeks ago in a bike fall, had surgery a week after and had a philos plate plus 9 screws fitted. The surgeon also repaired some rotator cuff damage. Pain was pretty severe when it happened and post surgery, but one week after I am just taking paracetamol now and am doing my first gentle exercises as prescribed. Hoping I'll end up with ok ROM and get back to doing sports asap.

@reginabator1682 Год назад

Hi I'm going into my 5th Month since my fracture, and am still suffering with some ROM and deep deep pain, I'm finally getting a second opinion and have asked for a CT, seems something else is going on. I feel miserable, It has taken everything in me to get this far, it is an extremely slow healing injury, on top of that When I fell I injured my neck, seeking a Dr. for that too, didn't feel the neck pain until the shoulder pain eased. Thank you for having Great bed side manners with humor !

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Hi Regina. May be separate issues. May be rotator cuff. Good luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@jacquelinejanssen2739 Год назад

Thx Docs!! Appreciate the positivity. Almost 4 wks ago @ Super healthy 76 tangled w rug 🤦🏼‍♀️. Gng to suggest this vid to my KP surgeon. Also helped to learn muscles on humerus bc need to tell if I’m careful enough in helping or at least not preventing mend. This has been Fascinating!! Not painful only ibuprofen am looking forward to PT & writing again. You two are like mana. Thanks. Also funny. 😂 Like Smothers Brothers years ago. Maybe I’ll do a vid on how to dress/wear/makeup/eat/ hug. ❤

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Nice Jacqueline. The Smothers brothers were brilliant. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@drummerrocky5494 7 месяцев назад

Hello Docs and thanks for this informative video; 9 days ago I had a fall from my electric scooter(that never happens) and have a proximal fracture of my left humerus at the greater tuberosity, single fracture with 4-5 mill displacement. I'm a 61 yr old relatively healthy male. HMO Ortho recommended surgery with metal plate affixed as I am a drummer(nothing crazy), Ortho #2 & #3 recommended no surgery due to mild displacement. I opted out of surgery(and fighting the $350 Cxl fee), and hoping that PT gets me back in the drum throne and a kayak. Hoping I made the right decision.

@Cantinatollo1 2 года назад

I love your videos. I would travel the 1,900 miles from my home in Breckenridge, Colorado to your location in Ottawa to treat with you. Thanks for such informative videos!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

That is very kind Cantinatollo1. Colorado looks amazing. We are in Ontario just not in Ottawa. Closer to Toronto. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@lynnsmith2684 Год назад

Just watched this video because almost 5 weeks ago, feel and broke my humerus at the top. One of the pictures you show is mine, only 3 places for my break. Hopefully, mine is healing as supposed to. Dr told me no surgery since the bone hasn't shifted at all. I got back next week for my 6 week check up and fingers crossed no more sling. You are both so very informative. I am subscribing now to your channel. You have explained what to expect along the way of healing. Thanks guys!

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

You are very welcome Lynn. Best of luck during your recovery. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@indranidasgupta8982 Год назад

Hi Lynn, you must have had your injury right around the time I did! I tripped and fell on Aug 31. Just saw my ortho today and he told me I could use the sling only if I feel more comfortable with it... that I can now take it off when I sleep. He also told me not to worry too much about why this happened (I feel so upset that it did)... he said it broke because I'm a woman and we break our bones more as we age. He did tell me to make sure to take multivites with calcium and also vitamin D if my levels are low (which they are). All the best for your continued healing.

@yavuzciftci7989 20 дней назад

Hi lynn Can you use your arm as same before. I have same problem mine olso 3 part up broke.

@lynnsmith4468 20 дней назад

@@yavuzciftci7989 No I don't have full use of my arm. About 95% though. I can move it but certain things hurt so I don't do it. Such as lifting my arm out and up to the side.

@yavuzciftci7989 12 дней назад

@@lynnsmith4468 l am doing physical therapy now. My arm opened about 170 degrees unfortunately.

@fausykamtaura4563 Год назад

Enjoyed every moment with ears and eyes opening. This is my daughter 3 rd week crying so im downing every help we can get from Nauru Is .27 yrs old fell off motor bike thank you both for some laughs too.

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

You got this! Hope your daughter is ok

@nancyyesko9202 7 месяцев назад

Proximal humorous fx 6 weeks ago. Splint for 2 weeks weighted cast 4 weeks. Cast off today and wrist and hand are extremely stiff and swollen painful. They were in the cast but not fractured. Dr did not recommend phiso . Should i be doing excercises on my own as described here. Bones are barely touching still move around. No muscle control. Presently taking Tylenol for pain and inflammation. I am worried about range of motion. Ps....thank you for this information you have provided. It was comforting to hear your explanation from day three after release from hospital. Doc said surg may need to ne considered if not healed by 3 month mark. I have excellent Dr but forgot to ask about exercise.

@101mosioatunya Год назад

So helpful. I have recently fallen and sustained a proximal fracture of the left humerus. A single fracture line with no displacement but agonisingly painful nonetheless. I spent a night in A & E being given oral morphine and intravenous paracetamol. This video has been very instructive. Thank you.

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Glad we could help. Best of luck during your recovery. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@teresatsamis3221 Год назад

Great info, thanks!❤ will I be able to swim again?

@arleneboaman8825 Год назад

Thank you for this video - it explains exactly what I went through. I broke my shoulder May 16, 2020. No surgery - just a sling. description by orthopedic doctor: x-rays show proximal humerus fracture involving the surgical neck with slight posterior and lateral translation. I had folllow ups and physical therapy, and continue to do exercises as prescribed. Although I have pretty good range of motion, I continue to have pain mid-way between shoulder and elbow. I sometimes feel a "catch" when I and hear a crackling when I move my arm up and/or out to the side. It is difficult to put my hand on top of my head although I can do it with some pain. Since I broke the proximal part of the humerus I don't know why the pain is lower in my arm. Is it normal for this to happen? Thanks for your time and for doing this video - a good way for me to explain what it was like when I fell!!

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

It is not uncommon Arlene. Hang in there. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@Nan-59 2 года назад

Follow-up...??? WHAT FOLLOW-UP?!🤣🤣🤣 I love you docs! Best bedside, hands down!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Thanks so much Nan59! Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@michaelsheehy25 2 года назад

I would love to see a follow up to this video where you discuss a fractured glenoid. I fracture my glenoid where basically the bottom of my glenoid literally broke off causing an extremely unstable joint where my shoulder "ball" would literally fall out of the socket constantly. My surgeon did what he called a classic "Bankart" repair and I now have a plate & screws in my shoulder.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi Michael. We can add it to our list. It is pretty uncommon but yes if the piece is big enough it needs to be fixed for stability. Hope you’re ok now. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@margarethawk3073 2 года назад

I broke my shoulder last week and this is helpful. Thank you!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Glad we could help Margaret. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@deborahlinton9635 8 месяцев назад

How long before a good range of motion can be achieved?

@francestyrrell4821 Год назад

Hi, thank you for this video. 5 days out from ORIF for right proximal humerus fracture (yup, Canadian who slipped on patch of ice), I have some questions about normal range of time for recovery to 1. Get both arms into sweater sleeves again, 2. Brush my hair into a ponytail, 3. Get back to driving, safely. Injury was 10 days ago. I didn’t know anything could hurt so much, day of fall. From the comments shared here I can see it will take a while.

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Hi Frances. Sorry to hear this. Recovery is 3-6 months. First the bone has to heal and then the muscles and soft tissues need to recover. All the best

@thefee799 10 месяцев назад

I had a "possibly life changing" displaced proximal humerus fracture and had ORIF surgery 5 weeks ago. It is EXCRUCIATING to recover from and they've told me it may not heal as hoped. I'm working so hard to try regain ROM and this video explained a lot for me so thanks

@pitstop.pen10 5 дней назад

@@thefee799 how you doing now. Any info would be welcome.

@traceyflater 2 года назад

Hi, docs! Hope all is going well.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

You too Tracey! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@rajbhopale7742 11 месяцев назад

How long I have to wait to do pushups after a proximal humerus fracture right in the middle

@letfreedomring6273 2 года назад

You guys explain doctoring so good, 🥰cool hats🥰👍💯👏🏻who was that sneaking behind you two?😂

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi Let Freedom Ring Just other people trying to get some work done before the OR day began. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@FranceMarie1 Год назад

Hi Docs, Thanks for the helpful video. Wondering if you have any thoughts about the use of an infrared and/or red light pad during the healing process? Thanks so much!

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

There isn’t any evidence for more bone growth at this point. Up to you. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@kerrihuddleston7924 Год назад

Thank you for this very informative video. I am currently at week four of a comminuted proximal humerus fracture with rotator cuff tear in a sling After falling on wet decking by a swimming pool.

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Oh man Kerri. No running on the pool deck! Thanks for watching and subscribing

@freedomforever6718 2 года назад

Very informative video. Thanks. I dislocated my left shoulder and fractured the femoral at the top. (An oval chip the size of a silver dollar.) Years have passed and the range of motion is still limited and painful to raise the arm more than 90°. The worst problem is that I have developed osteoarthritis in the joint.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Sorry to hear that Freedom Forever. May be worth getting seen again. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@Nan-59 2 года назад

I'm wondering if I have osteoarthritis in the in the joint, too.

@cameronclaus1733 6 месяцев назад

How about strengthening a year later?

@stephie8978 Год назад

Very helpful information. I had Frozen Shoulder with SLAP tear and doing great in PT. Then, fell down the stairs, sustaining "There is a mildly displaced greater tuberosity fracture of the right shoulder" a week ago. In addition " there is a minimally displaced fracture of the distal left clavicle." Also bruised coccyx. So, no comfortable way to sleep! That ruined all of my success in PT, I The pain is intense. I'm not a person who takes pain medications. However, I was given Percocet and Diclofenac. I do not feel anything when I take these! Tried Naproxen, Tylenol, Ibuprofen, Meloxicam. No pain relief or sedation. It feels like I didn't take anything at all. I'm in agony most of the time and primarily using ice, which gives some relief. Just using slings right now and no talk of surgery. I have to wait awhile before going to PT> I was referred to Pain Management, but have stigma that only junkies go there ( I'm a Psych NP) Very frustrating!

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Hang in there stephie. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@AB54R 11 месяцев назад

Would u tell me please if its ok if i feel movement at fracture site? or if i feel my arm a bit out of alignment while lying on bed? I broke my midshaft humerus on 20th june so far no improvement tbh, it was displaced and didnt went for surgery, i have a cast on and i would love to hear some recommendations

@sweetpollypurebred1139 Год назад

It hurts like hell! Thank you

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Sorry to hear that

@sweetpollypurebred1139 Год назад

@Talking With Docs Thanks, going to therapy. I liked the idea of leaning on a coffee table and making slow rotations. Supported my self with left hand making a fall. Remind me not to do that again.

@alexrowshie3344 10 месяцев назад

Are there are any implications if I got my surgery 7 days after the break?

@AnilKumar-gx8jv 13 часов назад

How many days sling bag be used for greater tuberosity fracture. ( undisplaced)

@willnic6315 4 месяца назад

When I was at work I had this injury I’m currently on my 8th week it is very painful but for me exercise was the key in moderation fortunately for me I got my full range back.

@moonoggin 2 года назад

Great information. Much more than my Dr told me. I am a fiddler .. I am wondering if a shoulder roll is ok to do. I am confused about when to start to work on mild exercises

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi Moon. Likely is but really depends on how old the fracture is and it’s healing thus far. Ask your surgeon for sure. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@spex43 4 месяца назад

Excellent video! Shattered my humerus last week 😩

@TalkingWithDocs 4 месяца назад

Sorry to hear that

@johngolden7517 3 месяца назад

I broke my shoulder from a fall in garage on March 23rd, 2021. Been in pain ever since, saw my GP today and tomorrow get x-ray. He believes. I will need total replacement shoulder surgery done on my shoulder now. Surgery was not done back then.

@TalkingWithDocs 3 месяца назад

Sorry to hear that

@johngolden7517 3 месяца назад

@@TalkingWithDocs thanks

@dashaborash8381 Год назад

Hey, guys! Thank you so much for the information and the advice you were giving, I am a triathlete and I fell from a bike and had my shoulder fractured. It's been 5 weeks and I see a huge improvement but still can't go all the way up for a freestyle stroke when I'm swimming. I am 22 and don't want it to be the end of my career. Should I wait longer and go with the physiotherapy or should I do the surgery?

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Hi Dasha. At 5 weeks the bone is likely mostly healed. Usually if we were going to consider surgery it would be earlier in the process. The range of motion will improve with time and physio but sometimes is not 100% but surgery cannot guarantee this either. Hang in there and maybe have a chat with your surgeon. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@mannydossantos9603 2 года назад

Fantastic info Docs. Thank you! I have a son who does regular gym workouts and plays golf often, has a painful right shoulder and has been diagnosed with bursitis. Does it affect the bone structure in the shoulder? What is it and how can it be treated? Is a surgical intervention needed? Advice and guidance would be highly appreciated.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi Manny. Bursitis means the sac inside his shoulder that helps prevent irritation of the tendons from rubbing is inflamed and full of fluid. Often the best place to start is a good assessment, physiotherapy and potentially NSAIDs if safe. If that fails, cortisone is often used. Surgery is less common for this indication. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@mannydossantos9603 2 года назад

@@TalkingWithDocs Thank you so much for the advice.

@user-uy5vx6nr8s 5 месяцев назад

I broke my humorous bone almost 10 years ago, i had to have surgery in the end as not healing, ended up with 10 inch rod and pins 😢 but absolutely fine after about 3 months after surgery and physio 😊

@marthadiaz6744 2 года назад

Hi Docs just wondering do you have a video on rotator cuff injury/tear? I just experienced an injury but have no clue if it was a tear full or partial and want to know more about the options. Will these types of tears heal on they're own?

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Yes we do Martha. You should check it out. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@deborahsacha3723 Год назад

Hi .your thoughts? I often swim 2 hrs breast stroke outside all year. Wet suit in winter. Am 69. I fell off a ladder. " closed cominuted 2 part Proximal Humerus Fracture. From 2010-20 lifted weights & did ROM Strength class 12 lb dumb bells 2x week. Stopped lifting at pandemic. Had pinched cervical neck nerve left hand tingle 6 mo ago. It got better w PT. I am 69. Can I swim non op? Can I get surgery? Is it safe . thanks

@jenniferzambrano6403 3 месяца назад

I fell in Nov 2021 and fx humerus just above half point. ER braced. Went to trauma surgeon put into sarimento brace. Subsequent zrays showed slight callus formation.. diagnoses with non union. Tried to get 2nd opinions for surgery but MDs were not to be bothered. 7 mo post fracture had ORIF. Began pt almost immediately. The atrophy of my left arm and shoulder muscles severely affected my PT progress. I was unable to do PT before surgery as my bones were moving! I have osteoporosis, osteopenia, whichnthe trauma surgeon identified. I truly believe the delay in surgery is why i have lost a lot of strength and rom. This was most painful fx up there with childbirth.

@legoeverything1 2 года назад

Hi sir do you know about the shukla screw extractor there are videos of it can be used to remove broken screws and buried screws

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Yes there are definitely ways to remove broken screws legoeverything1. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@mrigankkumaryadav1311 9 месяцев назад

I broken my humerus an metal plate insurted it after how much time it take to me to do push up and pull up please tell

@carrieo102 2 года назад

I am 37 hours into my proximal humerus fracture. The pain, oh man, it is next level. After eleven hours in the ER, I was drained. I didn’t fully understand what had happened to my shoulder or my rotator cuff. The sling looked so flimsy. Surely this kind of pain required something more I thought. After watching your video I now have a better grasp of what a humorous fracture entails and that surgery isn’t always the first line of treatment. My expectations moving forward are in check. I’m calling the trauma orthopedic specialist tomorrow for follow-up care and will plan to be camped out on my sofa for at least a few weeks. I’m hoping I will heal in time for my trip to Rome in mid-September. 🤞 Nice video plus visuals. I’ve yet to see my scans. Gratitude, Docs.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi Carrie. So glad we can help in any small way! Best of luck during your recovery. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@vberg1961 4 месяца назад

I am 63 and was power walking bad city sidewalks and went flying into a FAll that fractured my humerus....I am a highly active person and wondering how long until I can start my pullups or pushups etc again???

@Bee-Kind-Baker 2 года назад

My son badly fractured both shoulders during a seizure. He has Osteogenesis Imperfecta. He was later diagnosed with epilepsy. 2 surgeries failed. He now has about 25 percent use of his right arm. Still endures a lot of pain.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi Christie. So sorry to hear that. OI is very complicated to treat both operatively and non operatively. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@Bee-Kind-Baker 2 года назад

@@TalkingWithDocs , love your channel. Thanks so much !

@loobyloo1955 7 месяцев назад

Broke my proximal/humeral neck about 6 weeks ago. At the 4 week range felt like I was getting better but now every little movement hurts and constant pain in my shoulder. Doing home PT 3 x a day. Any encouragement? Thinking I have to cut off my long hair as I can no longer style it. When does the pain go away? 😢

@pitstop.pen10 7 дней назад

Broke my humerus in four and also dislocated it after falling. Am 62 had surgery two days later. Plate and ten screws later. Im in a sling doing physio straight away as ordered. Feel like im damaging the repair but still doing as told. Fingers crossed it heals ok. The pain after falling was terrible. Not hurting at mo now on day six. Paracetamol as needed.

@TalkingWithDocs 5 дней назад

Nice work

@Paladin_-cg5dj 2 года назад

For non surgery option, how would you know if the fracture is healing without xray? Is the range of motion slowly getting back, pain is decreasing?

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi Paladin_1971. Yes pain would be decreasing. Shoulder would be moving as 1 piece not 2. Good luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@hcdgj.1675 2 года назад

Thanks for informational video I have question pls i am 52 I used to do body building with heavy weights for long time beside had some nasty falling in my shoulders now i hear some sounds when I move my arms but no pain is this sign for some thing bad or should i go in with my life and do light weights training thanks

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi Hcdgj. So if you have no pain just noise it is probably ok to continue on with your activities. If you are concerned, get assessed and get an xray. Good luck. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@helend222 2 года назад

Hi guys ... enjoy your videos. Query - have you covered muscles torn off bones? A family member tore muscles off a shoulder. 3 years off work. 4 surgeries. Only 2 orthopaedic doctors skilled to operate.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi helend222. So we have a rotator cuff video which is probably what you are talking about. The tendons often detach from the bone and as we age it becomes more difficult to surgically repair them. Best of luck. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@kbt711 2 года назад

I had a partial tear right rotator cuff in 2010, had surgery to repair and went through the long recovery process with good results. Then in 2015, I fell off some steps and fractured left humeral head with displaced bone. Had surgery to repair with a plate and 6 screws - deja vu on another long recovery process. Results have been good for that one too. Range of motion in both arms is good but I'm not supposed to lift more than 25 pounds and I don't push it after going through all that.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

That’s tough kbt. Hope you are ok. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@planetvideo777 Год назад

I missed an elevated sidewalk step then fell; one arm went directly opposite with full weight on it. I had a break and a fracture on my upper Humerus. It swelled automatically. I was in pain especially with movement. I went through the process of x-ray scan and heart test then surgery. Now waiting for an x-ray before therapy. Waiting 4 weeks before this happens. Looking forward to full recovery within 3 months. What a situation for a drummer!

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Good luck with your recovery and drumming! Thanks for watching and subscribing

@lesleymetthews4590 Год назад

Hope your doing ok,i broke mine 5 weeks ago i play guitar.

@enoshmore6453 Год назад

It was really a informative thank you. My mum is 62 years old fractured the neck of humerus on 19/12/22 Surgeon took a conservative approach, but on recent x ray he is saying the bone has experienced minimal displacement and if it displaces further surgery is required. She is in a sling could you give some tips and please tell me how she should sleep? Should she put a pillow below her arm when she sleeps flat or sleep without support of the pillow? Thank you for work.

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Hi Enosh. Depends on the type of fracture but usually you want the arm hanging down so gravity can align it. Sometimes on a sling or collar and cuff type splint. Often they will heal without surgery. Best of luck to hee. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@maryamaldarkzaly3167 Год назад

I fractured my proximal humerus and it is displaced before 3 weeks ago ,my doctor advice me to do surgery but i refused he but’s me hanging cast and today i take xray and he said it,s worst healing What should i do now can i do a surgery ?i,m so sad and confused he tell me the time was too late for doing surgery

@rickbunch868 2 года назад

What exactly is a rotary cuff tear which I think I have and will it heal itself over time or get worse, thanks

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Hi Rick. We have a video on this that you should watch. It is a tear of one of the 4 muscles around the shoulder. It may get better with time depending on its size and location. Good luck. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@jcr9290 2 месяца назад

I fractured my humerus 3 weeks ago in a motocross accident. It’s displaced 5mm. I’m 36 and the Dr recommended non op. I’ve ditched the sling and it seems to be improving daily. My only worry is should I still be using the sling? Thanks for the vid!

@AnthonySanecchiaro 8 месяцев назад

This happened to me on my friends 4 wheeler but i didnt need surgery. I needed the sarmiento brace for 2 months. Now im going another month wirhout it

@theambitious1630 2 года назад

The pain hurts 😢😭

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

It sure does The Ambitious. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@scotmoser8716 Год назад

Great video. Broke my proximal humerus 12 weeks ago and have been able to use non operative method of healing. Have been in PT for last three weeks. Range of motion and gradually improving . This was one of the more painful injuries I have experienced. This certainly requires patience and persistence.

@TalkingWithDocs Год назад

Best of luck going forward Scot. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@dorondori4499 Год назад

Hello from Israel. How do you feel now? I am 11 weeks since the homeros proximal fracture

@scotmoser8716 Год назад

I am now 9 months post fracture. Doing much better , still have some soreness and issue with strength. I do PT exercises and stretches everyday. I am able to swim 5x week and seeing improvement each week . I do get treatment every two weeks to do active release on surrounding muscles. Stay with the exercises especially when waking. Eases soreness.. Also use recovery methods such as ice. Good luck it does get better

@dorondori4499 Год назад

Thanks . Scot. You give me hope. I am Not working 2 and half months.

@robinowen3058 2 года назад

About 10 years ago I fell about 15 feet, and among many other fractures I broke my collarbone and shattered my scapula. I think there were other injuries in the shoulder as well. That shoulder is somewhat lower than the the normal one, nor can I lift with that arm or put that arm behind my head. No attempt was made to repair any of it, only the fractured vertebrae.

@Nan-59 2 года назад

Yikes! Seems odd!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Interesting Robin. The smashed scapula can be very hard to fix. The clavicle as well but is more often operated on nowadays then in the past. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 года назад

Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@steveharris7189 7 месяцев назад

Why is the breaking of the clavicle (shoulder blade) not mentioned? Most of the falls I hear about in professional cycling are the breaking of this bone. I've had both my shoulders replaced with a reversed Arthroplasty. Your video of that procedure was hilarious and as always most informative.