A humerus fracture is the medical name for breaking the bone in your upper arm (your humerus). Humerus fractures are usually caused by traumas like car accidents or falls. Advertisement

What is a humerus fracture? The humerus — also known as the upper arm bone — is a long bone that runs from the shoulder and scapula (shoulder blade) to the elbow. Fractures of the humerus are classified in one of two ways: proximal humerus fracture or humerus shaft fracture.

May 24, 2018 · A humerus fracture is a break in the large bone of your upper arm. There are several types of humerus fractures, depending on the location of the break.

3 days ago · Proximal humerus fractures are common fractures often seen in older patients with osteoporotic bone following a ground-level fall on an outstretched arm. Diagnosis is made with orthogonal radiographs of the shoulder.

A humerus fracture is a break of the humerus bone in the upper arm. [1] . Symptoms may include pain, swelling, and bruising. [1] . There may be a decreased ability to move the arm and the person may present holding their elbow. [2] . Complications may include injury to an artery or nerve, and compartment syndrome. [2]

Nov 5, 2024 · A humerus fracture is a break somewhere along the upper arm bone. Here we look at the common causes, symptoms and treatment options for humeral shaft fractures.

Humerus fractures account for a remarkably small proportion of total bone fractures: only three percent. The humerus is a strong bone, analogous to the femur in the leg (which is the strongest bone in the body).