Arthritis Upper Arm
When To Call A Professional
If your arm hurts severely or pain lasts after an injury, you should call a health care professional to determine if a bone may be fractured. You also should see a health care professional after an injury that results in numbness or weakness in the hand or wrist, even if the injury itself seemed minor.
Prognosis
For most fractures of the humerus, the outlook is excellent, especially in people age 35 and younger. After proper treatment and rehabilitation, more than...
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