Does shoulder fracture need an operation

Dr. Sydney Parker
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2025-05-25 03:29:30
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If
the
fracture is obviously displaced and the fracture end is unstable, it is difficult to achieve good reduction and fixation effect through conservative treatment. Surgery may be a better choice to ensure that the fracture can heal correctly and restore the normal function of the shoulder.2. The patient's age and health
are usually better for surgery
. Surgery can be more conducive to restoring function and reducing sequelae. For elderly patients or patients with severe underlying diseases, the surgical risk may be greater, and the necessity and risk of surgery need to be evaluated more carefully.
3. Functional requirements
For some people with higher requirements for shoulder function, such as athletes, surgery may be more conducive to restoring to a higher level of function and meeting their specific activity needs.