There is nothing to be gained by operating on a patient with a so-called displaced fracture of the shoulder. Three weeks with the arm in a sling so that the shoulder is kept inactive yields the same ...

Proximal humerus fractures hit hard—common in elderly falls or young high-speed wrecks, often leaving shoulders stiff and ...

A fall from skiing can result in a clavicle, or collarbone, fracture. Surgery or a sling is usually required for healing. Peter Haley [email protected] Q. Last week, my 12-year-old son fell ...

A broken arm occurs when one or more of the bones in your arm crack or break. Immediate medical care is important if you ...