Duration of Immobilization After Reverse Total Arthroplasty for Proximal Humerus Fractures
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate compare postoperative range of motion in patients who are given a sling for comfort only and allowed to start early active range of motion compared to patients who are placed in a sling for 4 weeks with passive range of motion only. Once enrolled, the patients will be randomized through computer randomization then placed in paper packets into either the immobilization group or the early range of motion group.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients 60 years or older who have a displaced proximal humerus fracture * Meets surgical criteria for a reverse total shoulder arthroplasty * Receive surgical intervention within 6 weeks of initial injury Exclusion Criteria: * Patients \<60 years in age * Patients who cannot undergo surgery due to medical comorbidities * Patients who receive surgical intervention after 6 weeks from initial injury * Patients who have preoperative nerve damage from their fractures that would limit the ability to move the arm postoperatively