Humeral head replacement for proximal humeral fractures

• Published in: Orthopedics (Thorofare, N.J.) Vol. 21; no. 1; pp. 68 - 73
• Main Authors: Levine, W N, Connor, P M, Yamaguchi, K, Self, E B, Arroyo, J S, Pollock, R G, Flatow, E L, Bigliani, L U
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States SLACK INCORPORATED 01.01.1998
• Subjects: Arthroplasty, Replacement - methods; Female; Fracture Fixation, Internal; Fracture Healing - physiology; Humans; Joint Prosthesis; Male; Middle Aged; Postoperative Care; Range of Motion, Articular; Shoulder Fractures - diagnosis; Shoulder Fractures - rehabilitation; Shoulder Fractures - surgery

Successful management of acute fractures of the proximal humerus with prosthetic replacement is a therapeutic challenge, even for the experienced shoulder surgeon. Proper evaluation, adherence to strict surgical technique, supervised rehabilitation, and patient motivation are all essential for best...