Who are proximal humeral fractures usually found in and how do the happen?
- Commonly in the elderly
- Etiology: FOOSH
What are the structures involved in a proximal humeral fracture?
Surgical humeral neck
What complications can you see with proximal humeral fractures?
- Axillary artery damage: coldness and blanching, emergency referral, possible avascular necrosis
- Adhesive capsulitis from prolonged immobilization
What is the cause of a clavicular fracture and where is the location of it?
- Etiology: compression mechanism through the long axis of the clavicle
- Location: weak spot at the S curve
What are complications of clavicular fractures?
- Large displacement may require surgery
- Epiphyseal plate injury as it is the last bone to ossify at 18-25 years of age
What specific test can you do for a clavicular fracture?
Olecranon - Manubrium Percussion test
When do we usually begin PT with fracture cases?
Typically start PT when clinical union occurs between 4-8 weeks
If there is pain after clinical union with a fracture is it from the bone?
Not typically
What is the PT focus with fractures?
Focus on consequences of prolonged immobilization where every tissue is negatively influenced
