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3 Fracture Proximal Humerus
Is it always necessary to undergo ORIF in minimally displaced 3 fracture in proximal humerus.
If I go for conservative recovery, may I get stiff shoulder joint and can it be recovered by physical therapy.
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Conservative treatment is known to cause stiffness and disuse muscle atrophy as your limb will be immobiliser for 4-6 weeks.
Also malunion or non union is common with conservative measures.
Surgery allow early rehabilitation and predictable union results along with with near normal reduction.
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First we need to 3D CT sack to c displacement based on that u can go for conservative treatment
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