Key points Test your knowledge about humerus fractures: Do shaft fractures of the humerus need surgery to heal? Yes Humeral shaft fractures usually heal with or without surgery. No Humeral shaft fractures usually heal with or without surgery. During brace treatment, there is a chance the fracture will heal with a bend. Yes The chance of healing with a bend depends on the location and how far the fracture is out of place. No The chance of healing with a bend depends on the location and how far the fracture is out of place. If I choose to have surgery, there’s a chance I’ll have a problem from the surgery. Yes Approximately 10 out of a 100 people experience a major problem that is treated with more surgery. No Approximately 10 out of a 100 people experience a major problem that is treated with more surgery. If I choose a brace, I definitely won’t need surgery. Yes About 10 of every 100 fractures don’t heal in a brace. The fracture is less likely to heal if it is in the top third or if there is a large space between the fractured bone ends. No About 10 of every 100 fractures don’t heal in a brace. The fracture is less likely to heal if it is in the top third or if there is a large space between the fractured bone ends If I choose surgery, I can return to sports or work sooner. Yes The fracture needs 3 months to be ready for forceful use (e.g. heavy lifting, supporting one’s body weight), with or without surgery. No The fracture needs 3 months to be ready for forceful use (e.g. heavy lifting, supporting one’s body weight), with or without surgery. Notes × Notes Previous Next
