Introduction
Physical Therapy in Hazle Township for Shoulder
Welcome to FYZICAL Hazleton’s guide to adult humerus fractures.
The humerus goes from the shoulder joint to the elbow joint and must be strong enough to take a good deal of weight when you lift something or push against something. It is one of the big three bones of the body. Only the femur (thighbone) and the tibia (shinbone) are bigger and stronger. Without a functioning humerus you cannot position the hand in space or use the elbow.
It takes quite a lot of force to break the humerus and this is a serious injury that almost completely eliminates the functions of the arm. On the plus side, because it is surrounded by muscle, the bone's blood supply is excellent and it has a good reputation for healing.
This guide will help you understand:
- what parts of the arm are involved
- what the symptoms are
- what can cause these fractures
- how health care professionals diagnose these fractures
- what the treatment options are
- what FYZICAL Hazleton’s approach to rehabilitation is