With ORIF, the goal is restoring overall arm function. “For standard bi-column fractures that aren’t terribly low [or] comminuted, the bi-plating technique or 90°-90° fixation is usually our ...

The ideal treatment for proximal humerus fractures can vary from patient to patient, depending on whether a surgeon prefers to use both percutaneous pins or open reduction and internal fixation, as ...

Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is a type of surgery used to repair broken bones that need to be put back together. During the surgery, some form of hardware is used to hold the bone in ...

At most major medical centers, Orthopaedic Grand Rounds are lectures given by orthopaedic surgeons of national and international prominence, providing opportunities for faculty, residents, and fellows ...

When you experience a bone break (also known as a fracture), it’s important that the bone can heal properly in its original position. There are several treatments for a broken bone, and the one a ...

A shoulder fracture is a broken bone in the shoulder. These fractures typically occur after a fall or high impact collision. In most cases, surgery is not necessary to treat a shoulder fracture. The ...