Fractured shoulder

[Badrabbit]

It's been 5 weeks now since fracturing my left Shoulder, still can't move my arm north more than a couple of inches, how much longer will it take to heal? doctor said I could need operation if it does not get better within maybe 6 weeks, what is involved with the op and possible cost.

 

Sent from my SM-G610F using Thailand Forum - Thaivisa mobile app

 

 

[Sheryl]

Can't say what is involved knowing the details of the fracture. It might involve fixation of pieces of  fracture bone  with plates and /or screws.

 

Cost will depend very much on where it is done (Hospital) and also the amount of hardware they have to use as these are usually titanium and imported.

 

Have you had xrays done during these 5 weeks? Not a great idea to wait until 6 weeks have passed IMO.

 

If you are in or near Bangkok this is the best shoulder specialist in Thailand:

 

https://www.bumrungrad.com/doctors/Mason-Porramatikul

 

It is well worth consulting him even if you would not have surgery (if indicated) there.

 

 

[Badrabbit]

Can't say what is involved knowing the details of the fracture. It might involve fixation of pieces of  fracture bone  with plates and /or screws.
 
Cost will depend very much on where it is done (Hospital) and also the amount of hardware they have to use as these are usually titanium and imported.
 
Have you had xrays done during these 5 weeks? Not a great idea to wait until 6 weeks have passed IMO.
 
If you are in or near Bangkok this is the best shoulder specialist in Thailand:
 
https://www.bumrungrad.com/doctors/Mason-Porramatikul
 
It is well worth consulting him even if you would not have surgery (if indicated) there.
 
 

Yes I had 2 X rays within the 5 weeks, all I could see was a hairline fracture so I'm hoping it will heal, still another week to go before I think about going back for a check, I'm in Phuket.

Sent from my SM-G610F using Thailand Forum - Thaivisa mobile app

[Sheryl]

There is a western ortho in phuket whom selveral Tv members have recommended

 

http://www.phuket-international-health-clinic.com/doctor-profiles/dr-gerhard-melcher.html