Shoulder Fracture Surgery at Commons Clinic

Shoulder fracture surgery: advanced treatment options at Commons Clinic

Shoulder fracture surgery at Commons Clinic restores shoulder strength and motion after a broken shoulder. Our orthopaedic surgeon expertly performs shoulder fracture repair and fractured shoulder surgery using orif, plates and screws, intramedullary nailing, and other options. Expect individualized treatment plans, transparent price, and rapid appointments.

What is a shoulder fracture and when does it require surgery?

Types of shoulder fractures: clavicle, proximal humerus, scapula and glenoid

Common causes of shoulder fractures and dislocations

A shoulder fracture is a broken bone in the clavicle, proximal humerus, or scapula involving the glenoid and shoulder bones of the glenohumeral joint. Shoulder fractures include nondisplaced breaks, complex fractures, and dislocations. Some shoulder fractures are stable, not displaced, and do not require surgery, healing in a sling or brace with physiotherapy, exercises, and motion as pain allows.

Displaced fractures, bone fragments, open fracture, or broken shoulder involving the articular surface often require shoulder fracture surgery or shoulder fracture operation with plates and screws, pins, or other hardware to hold the bone fragments in alignment, repair the fracture, reduce pain, and protect shoulder function. Our orthopedic surgeons and your shoulder surgeon use imaging tests such as ct scan or magnetic resonance imaging to evaluate blood vessels, blood supply, rotator cuff, ligaments and tendons, and nerves. They then recommend the best fractured shoulder surgery, shoulder fracture reconstruction, or shoulder fracture repair so you recover faster after the surgery with better outcomes, restoration of shoulder mobility, and less stiffness during recovery from shoulder fracture.

Signs your broken shoulder or humerus fracture may need surgery

When do orthopedic surgeons recommend shoulder fracture surgery?

How imaging tests (X ray, CT, MRI) guide your shoulder fracture operation plan

Fracture patterns that often require open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF)

Orthopedic surgeons recommend shoulder fracture surgery when shoulder fractures are significantly displaced, comminuted, open, or involve the humeral head, glenoid, or acromioclavicular joint. These fractures include complex proximal humerus fractures, clavicle fractures, scapula fractures, and shoulder fractures with blood vessel or nerve injury that threaten long term shoulder function and mobility. A shoulder fracture operation such as open reduction internal fixation or orif surgery may be required to realign the bones, repair fracture fragments, and stabilize the fracture site with plates and screws. Our orthopedic surgeons clearly explain the procedure, fixation options, and recovery.

Shoulder fracture surgery options: ORIF, intramedullary nailing and replacement

Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) with plates and screws

How ORIF shoulder fracture repair helps restore alignment and function

Shoulder fracture surgery options include orif, intramedullary nailing, and shoulder replacement to repair the fracture and restore shoulder function. For a displaced shoulder, comminuted fractures, or complex proximal humerus fractures, our specialist shoulder surgeon evaluates your age, bone quality, fracture pattern, rotator cuff, and lifestyle to recommend the safest and most effective shoulder fracture surgery or fractured shoulder surgery.

Surgical options include plate and screws fixation surgery, intramedullary nailing, open reduction internal fixation, and partial or reverse shoulder replacement for shoulder fracture repair. These techniques are designed to realign the bones, stabilize fracture fragments, hold the bone in its normal position, and allow rapid healing with less stiffness and better mobility.

Intramedullary nailing, bone grafts and arthroplasty for complex fractures

Every shoulder fracture operation begins with detailed imaging tests such as a ct scan or magnetic resonance imaging to evaluate shoulder bones, glenoid, and scapula. You receive a clear treatment plan that explains the procedure, anesthesia or nerve block, fixation method, fracture fixation hardware such as plates and screws, and expected recovery time in weeks and months after surgery. Get a tailored plan, imaging review, rehabilitation after surgery guidance, and a transparent price estimate. Limited fracture clinic slots are available so early assessment helps you recover faster and return to strength.

What to expect before, during and after shoulder fracture surgery

Preparing for your surgical procedure and anesthesia or nerve block

Hospital stay, pain control and shoulder immobilization after the surgery

Your shoulder fracture surgery journey starts with imaging tests to evaluate shoulder fractures, including proximal humerus fractures, clavicle fractures, and scapula fractures. Your orthopaedic surgeon explains why some shoulder fractures require surgery, especially a displaced fracture, open fracture, complex fractures, or fractures and dislocations that will not heal in good alignment without a shoulder fracture operation.

Before fractured shoulder surgery, you discuss medical history, anesthesia, nerve block, hospital stay, risks and complications. Surgical options include open reduction and internal fixation, orif surgery with plates and screws, intramedullary nailing, or partial shoulder replacement or reverse shoulder replacement when the humeral head or glenoid is badly damaged.

During this procedure, bones are realigned, hardware is placed to hold the bone and immobilize the fracture site, and imaging confirms reduction. After the surgery, a sling, brace, or immobilizer protects the repair while healing begins.

Recovery timeline after shoulder fracture surgery: weeks to months

Rehabilitation after shoulder fracture fixation: physical therapy and exercises

Risks, complications and how Commons Clinic helps you recover faster

Recovery after shoulder fracture surgery for a displaced proximal humerus fracture follows clear stages over weeks and months. The first 2 weeks focus on pain control, swelling reduction, and protecting shoulder fracture repair with a sling or immobilizer after open reduction and internal fixation using plates and screws to hold the bone in normal position. From 3 to 6 weeks, your shoulder surgeon introduces passive motion exercises as the bone is healing and fracture fixation stabilizes the humerus bone. At 6 to 12 weeks, you begin active motion and early strengthening exercises to restore shoulder function, mobility, and shoulder strength. Between 3 and 12 months, shoulder mobility, strength, and confidence improve with structured physiotherapy and a personalized treatment plan. Throughout recovery from shoulder fracture surgery, Commons Clinic orthopedic surgeons use imaging tests, adjust your exercises, help with pain, and guide safe return to work, sport, and daily activities.

Why choose Commons Clinic for shoulder fracture surgery in Los Angeles County?

Fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons focused on shoulder fractures

Coordinated care from imaging to rehabilitation across our LA locations

Schedule a shoulder fracture surgery consultation at Commons Clinic

Choose Commons Clinic for shoulder fracture surgery that restores motion, strength, and alignment. Our orthopedic surgeons perform fractured shoulder surgery, shoulder break surgery, shoulder fracture operation, and shoulder fracture reconstruction for clavicle fractures, proximal humerus fractures, scapula fractures, and complex shoulder fractures. Surgical options include orif, open reduction internal fixation, plates and screws, and intramedullary nailing to repair the fracture and hold the bone in normal position. Expect coordinated imaging tests, clear sling instructions, pain control, and structured rehabilitation after the surgical procedure across our Los Angeles locations.

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