Shoulder Fractures

Shoulder fractures involve breaks in the bones that make up the shoulder joint, including the clavicle, humerus, and scapula. These injuries can result from falls, trauma, or high-impact sports, and treatment depends on the type and severity of the fracture. Explore the main types and surgical options below:

Proximal Humeral Fractures – Fractures of the upper arm bone, common in older adults and often treated with or without surgery.

Clavicle Fractures – Breaks in the collarbone, often caused by falls or direct impact, with various treatment approaches.

Surgery for Shoulder Fractures – Overview of surgical techniques used to stabilise and repair different types of shoulder fractures.

Shoulder Replacement for Fracture – When severe fractures cannot be fixed, shoulder replacement may be recommended, particularly in older patients.

Locking Plate Fixation – A surgical method using specialised plates and screws to stabilise broken shoulder bones.

Greater Tuberosity Fractures – Fractures involving the rotator cuff attachment site, important to diagnose early to prevent long-term dysfunction.