Humeral fracture, Orthopedics FAQ

Left Humerus Fracture: Recovery Tips and Avoiding Complications

I have a fracture and separation of my left humerus? On July 17, I was mugged, and my left arm was held down, resulting in a forceful fracture of my humerus with an open fracture. The injury is quite severe, but my shoulder is not dislocated, although there is a depression. Is th...

Dr. Zhou Lizhi Reply:
1. For a humeral fracture, appropriate management should be provided based on the X-ray findings and the size of the open wound (which may include surgical fixation or casting treatment). 2. If the bone has not shown signs of healing after three months, close monitoring is requ...

Concerns About Long-Term Effects of Bone Plates and Screws After Fracture

What are the issues related to a left humeral fracture with intramedullary nailing? On March 13 of this year, I was involved in a car accident that resulted in an open fracture of my left humerus. Last week, I consulted with my doctor regarding the need to remove the metal screws...

Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Dear Readers, In principle, temporary fixation devices such as steel plates and screws implanted in the body should be removed as soon as possible after the fracture has healed. While it is possible to leave these fixation devices in place, there are several considerations: 1. ...

Should You Remove Metal Plates After Bone Surgery? Risks and Recovery Explained

Will there be any sequelae after the removal of the metal plate? Hello, Dr. Chen! I had surgery for a right humeral fracture (with plates and screws) nearly two years ago. I've been considering whether I should have the hardware removed, but I'm concerned about potentia...

Understanding Comminuted Humerus Fractures: Surgery, Recovery, and Options

Comminuted humeral fracture Dr. Lee: Hello, my younger brother's mother suffered a humeral fracture in a car accident a week ago, resulting in a comminuted fracture at the junction of the proximal humerus and the long bone with slight displacement. The physician believes tha...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, based on your description, your mother likely has a neck of the humerus fracture. Generally, the decision to operate depends on factors such as age, gender, side of the body, and overall health condition. For instance, for individuals over 65 ...

Understanding the Risks of Leaving Bone Screws in After Surgery

Bone screw issues On March 13 of this year, I sustained an open fracture of the humerus. The doctor advised against removing the plates and screws due to concerns about nerve damage. If I still wish to have them removed, it can be done, but there are risks involved. Could you ple...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Not removing it will not have a significant impact. In the case of a humeral fracture with plate fixation, there is a risk of injuring the radial nerve, which could result in an inability to extend the wrist.

Rehabilitation After Humerus Fracture: Tips for Recovery and Nutrition

Rehabilitation for Humeral Fractures Hello doctor, I recently suffered a comminuted fracture of the humerus (broken into three pieces) due to exercise. The cast has been removed, but I have found that I cannot fully extend my arm, and it still hurts. Could this be due to muscle a...

Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Hello! It is normal not to be able to fully extend the arm after a comminuted humeral fracture has been immobilized in a cast. Rehabilitation therapy is necessary to restore normal function after the fracture has healed. You can consult a specialist at a rehabilitation clinic to ...

Is Improper Surgical Alignment the Cause of My Child's Hip Issue?

Is it a case of improper surgical reduction? Hello! My son is currently 10 years old. Two years ago, he suffered a complete fracture of the left hip joint and had a steel pin inserted, which was removed three weeks later. After the cast was removed, I noticed that his hand appear...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello, In response to your inquiry, based on your description, your son likely has a supracondylar humeral fracture that underwent reduction surgery followed by percutaneous pin fixation. After the removal of the pins three weeks later, it was noted that there is either valgus ...

Post-Surgery Rehabilitation Tips for Distal Humerus Fracture Recovery

I would like to consult a doctor regarding rehabilitation after surgery for a distal humeral fracture. Thank you very much? Hello Dr. Li, I suffered a distal humeral fracture due to a fall about two weeks ago. After surgery, I had an internal fixation with a steel plate and six s...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the ancient saying "It takes a hundred days to heal a muscle or bone injury" means that it takes at least a hundred days for a fracture or muscle strain to heal. Even with modern medical advancements, the healing of fractures or reco...

Rehabilitation After Right Humerus Fracture: What You Need to Know

Right humeral fracture? Hello Dr. Lee, I previously asked a question regarding an injury I sustained last month (May 28) while throwing a softball. I returned the ball from left field to the infield, and due to excessive force, I suffered a right humeral fracture. The diagnosis c...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question. Your description is sympathetic; however, each individual's fracture situation is different, and the fit of the surgical plate and the degree of fracture reduction vary. Therefore, whether you can start rehabilitation should be discussed ...

Understanding Arm Fractures from Softball: Recovery and Concerns

Can throwing a softball cause a fracture? Hello Dr. Chen, last month (May 28), while throwing a softball from left field to the infield, I exerted too much force and sustained a right humeral fracture. The diagnosis certificate states "right humerus comminuted fracture with ...

Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Dear Mr. Li, Injuries like yours can occasionally occur during activities such as wrist grip competitions or grenade throwing. The primary cause is often due to sudden excessive force, where the tensile strength of the muscles exceeds the load that the bones can withstand, resul...

Managing Itching and Healing Time After a Child's Elbow Fracture

Elbow fracture A 10-year-old child has a left elbow fracture and underwent pinning on March 25, followed by the application of a cast on the left arm. The child has been experiencing persistent itching, and although the doctor prescribed an anti-itch medication, the effect has be...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello, in response to your question... A 10-year-old child has a left elbow fracture. On March 25, a pin was inserted and a cast was applied, likely due to a supracondylar humeral fracture. The pin fixation combined with the cast will require four to six weeks. Generally, an X-ra...

Recommended Books on Rehabilitation for Nerve Injury and Fractures

Could you recommend books available on the market regarding rehabilitation and precautions after fractures and nerve injuries? Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire if there are any good books available on the topics of fractures, rehabilitation after nerve injuries, and import...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question... Your family member has sustained an open fracture of the right humerus resulting in radial nerve injury. The general management recommendations are as follows: 1. If it is a. an open fracture b. associated with a penetrating injury c. origin...

Rehabilitation Strategies for Right Shoulder Dislocation Recovery

Rehabilitation for Right Scapular Dislocation Hello Dr. Chen, on the afternoon of March 4th, I dislocated my right scapula while playing basketball. Since there were no fractures, it was relocated after being sent to the hospital, and I was only given a triangular bandage without...

Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Shoulder Dislocation Dear readers: After the reduction of a shoulder dislocation, it is essential to return to the orthopedic clinic for an X-ray examination to confirm the accuracy of the reduction and to check for any associated fractures, as well as to assess for potential da...

Rehabilitation Techniques for Shoulder Dislocation and Humeral Fracture

Rehabilitation methods for shoulder dislocation combined with humeral fracture? Dear Dr. Yeh, In your reply, you mentioned that rehabilitation should begin three weeks after the injury. I have since returned for a follow-up appointment, and the X-rays show no significant issues....

Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Bend at the waist, rotate the arms, bend at the waist again, swing the arms, and face the wall. Gradually climb the arms upward, recording the position each day, and progressively increase the height of the arm lift daily.

Recovery Timeline for Shoulder Dislocation and Humerus Fracture Surgery

Shoulder dislocation with humeral fracture? In the case of a shoulder dislocation accompanied by a humeral fracture, after undergoing reduction surgery without the application of a cast, the healing time for the fractured area typically ranges from 6 to 12 weeks, depending on the...

Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
In cases of shoulder dislocation combined with humeral fracture, rehabilitation therapy is required after surgery in the supine position. However, the timing for starting rehabilitation depends on the patient's fracture condition. If the bone fragments are severely shattered...

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