Proximal Humerus Fracture Weeks 8-9 | Broomstick Shoulder Mobilization & Strengthening | Phase VII

[@MsCpizza]

I went to physical therapy today and was told to do the broom stick exercises. It is so much easier to follow along with you. I love your words of encouragement. I am 68 years old.

[@dradamfields]

Thanks Cathy! I know your are on your way to a strong shoulder. Go for it!

[@zulkiflielias315]

@@dradamfields I have clavicle fracture 3 month before ,can Ii do this exercise to?please answer?tq

[@AvrilSword]

Hello Dr. Fields, I am 60 and was in a car wreck on Aug. 14 (head on crash with a drunk driver). Multiple injuries including humerus fracture. Had surgery and was getting PT and OT but after 20 sessions health insurance refused any more so very thankful for your exercises and your encouragement.

[@margaretbutler-dm3fv]

I’m 86 fractured my humerus 3 months ago been following your videos really helpful thank you 🙏

[@dradamfields]

That warms my heart that you are getting a benefit. My mom fractured her humerus and that is what inspired this series.

[@yogawithleeatwell3609]

Awesome! I look forward to practicing this sequence, Dr. Fields! I’m probably a week away from many of these, but week by week I’m getting there. Grateful for your positive encouragement!

[@dradamfields]

I love your feedback, Lee. Keep it coming!

[@happilyeverafterme]

Your videos are inspiring and keeping me focused on my recovery. Where is your local practice? Thank you for all the videos that you have created to encourage us/ me to improve! Your positive energy is welcomed and appreciated!

[@dradamfields]

So happy you are feeling the vibe. I'm in Northern California but, also, available on telehealth if need be. www.fieldsfamilychiro.com/

[@tinabirdshafer]

Love your work and especially your "motivational sayings". Sometimes I get pretty down when things arent moving as fast. Im a musician and I broke my Humerous in 4 places and it's my playing arm!! Thank you for this!!

[@debilankford5213]

Thank you again, Dr. Fields! I left a comment on an earlier session about recovering from multiple fractures in the past year, and wanted to let you know that I am now on Session 8-9, and seeing such great progress. The exercises coupled with your positive words of reinforcement have truly been a blessing! I am 68, and appreciate all of the time and effort that you brought to the healing process.

[@dradamfields]

So nice Debi. You are so so welcome. Keep checking in ; )

[@JaneDespas]

Appreciate the videos! Can you recommend a compression brace in lieu of the Sarmineto? I'm at week 7 and riding Zwift every day (since week 3) and in need of a more flexible brace that still provides support.

[@Dharmacats230]

Hi Dr. Fields, I am 60 years old and broke my left humorus in 2 places on Thanksgiving Day, slipped on rocks near shore. I love your videos and positive commentary. Thank you for helping me feel less alone in my recovery from this very scary fall!

[@Lifeaftergoldenyear]

Wow you have such easy and yet so effective exercises. I have been dealing with frozen shoulder for last 4 months and none have helped me. Your exercises have started having effect from day one ! Thank you so much

[@dradamfields]

So glad to help, Kavita, Here are some more videos for your frozen shoulder FROZEN SHOULDER EXERCISES kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYWogHilmZ50pMmb kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3aYeaaroaZloNE MASSAGE GUN FOR FROZEN SHOULDER kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2q6iIuCfbiAgJo YIN YOGA FOR SHOULDERS kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKrZZ4poh9BjqbM Massage Ball for Shoulder Pain kzbin.info/www/bejne/opC8Ynt9rdyMb6M Theracane for Shoulder Pain kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4KVZpqBa7x3l5Y Shoulder Pain Stretches kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqrIkmehp7SWr5o

[@Lifeaftergoldenyear]

@@dradamfields thanks so much doc

[@RobertCuthbertson-m3f]

8 weeks since my Proximal Humerus fracture and shoulder injury caused by a mountain bike fall whilst on holiday in Spain. Following your tuitional videos religiously, amazed at how quickly my mobility is returning especially at the age of 73. Already able to ride a mountain bike again albeit on smooth non technical trails your instructions and encouragement are fantastic.

[@downhilldemi]

I also did it MTB, but physio says only at 12 weeks apparenly I can start to 'road ride'! I miss riding so much. I did break it in a few places though, 3or4 fractures, maybe that means it takes longer, also I had no support, only had a check up after 8 weeks and didn't find these videos till 10 weeks in :/

[@justsaying1577]

Thank u Doctor so much your videos helped me alot i am now 2 month recovery after my shoulder accident feel much love your positive vibes ❤

[@dradamfields]

So happy to help!!!

[@jeanbroster6454]

Hi Adam, I wont say how old I am, age is only a number LOL. Which is what I told my 15yr old Granddaughter after she had made a comment that my injury was due to age! March 18th 2023 I came off the beach after walking my dogs, I put my foot onto first stone steppe to upper prom and went down face first, wet algae?. I was diagnosed with comminuted fracture glenohumeral head [3 fractures]. Losing my independence ands of my right arm was horrendous. I have a good pain threshold but OMG! The fracture clinic doctor said not to do exercise that triage nurse had given me on paperwork which ok I did stop for short time however as a retired nurse and keep fit person my thought was " use it or lose it". I found your videos on Proximal humerus fractures and have continued with each phase daily. At 6 weeks fracture clinic said X-ray showed that humerus bone had healed and I need to strengthen muscle and soft tissue, which I continue to work on with your videos. The physio asked to see my arm mobility and was impressed, I told her about your videos, she said she knew of you but not related to humeral, she said she would check them out and asked if I wanted to go to physio clinic for exercise which in UK is probably once a week if you are lucky. I said I would prefer to continue using your videos which she agreed to with a follow up appointment booked for 24th May 2023., which I think will also be a discharge as I think physio will be very impressed with my progress ie arm above my head etc I am now driving my manual car, back doing fit classes, gym work and swimming which is all thanks to you. I love your cheeky grin and motivational quotes/ sentences and yes I do repeat them after you/with you. I will stay with you until the last video as you have been such an inspiration to me and kept me going every morning before I have breakfast to start my day. Many, many thanks. Jean Broster

[@LoisPrewitt-u2m]

I am a 71 year old female. I fell and broke my right proximal humerus on Oct 15, 2023. I feel like it aged me years! I really like doing the exercises alongside you. I have just started with the broom stick, and those are doozies! I think my progress is good and the Dr always seems surprised and pleased with my progress. Thank you for sharing your videos.

[@Manateesmile66]

9 weeks ago I tripped , and while trying to get my legs up under me and gaining momentum, I went “airborne” and landed directly on my shoulder on cement garage floor. I was carrying items in both arms. So my shoulder took direct hit, I heard the crack, couldn’t move, it was the worst pain I’ve felt in my entire life. ( I’ve given birth twice, all natural, no pain killers, and have had 14 surgeries!) The fracture was clean through the surgical neck of proximal humerus, and the greater tuberosity. So fortunate the breaks were not displaced!! Especially after undergoing rotator cuff repair and biceps tenodesis surgery 10 months ago on apposite shoulder. Your videos have helped me through this !! Thank you! ❤

[@laurencem6448]

I thank you for sharing the exercises for the rehabilitation of a fracture of the humerus but also for your advice on strength and kindness towards oneself. I often come to look for content outside my country. Your content is really good. thanks again.

[@dradamfields]

You are so welcome!

[@madziksss]

Hi ! Love your videos, thank you so much for them! I'm in 8 week now, have a question: can I sleep on this shoulder if it's not hurting?

[@dradamfields]

At 8 weeks, the bone is healed. I don't see a problem with sleeping on it but i don't necessarily recommend it either.

[@pearlmintzer9771]

You should do some pool exercises with weights for this. I had a fractured humerus at the joint. I used your videos but still use the pool with pool weights. The pool has really helped with range of motion. Because I used your videos everyday I graduated from PT after 3 sessions. Thank You

[@dradamfields]

I'm with you. I love using pool dumb bells, bar bells, etc.

[@Harmonyraine50]

Hello Dr. I'm 53 with metastatic breast cancer to bone.. I'm 12 wks into recovery from ORIF proximal humerus surgery! Doing physical therapy at home because I'm also going thru cancer treatment! I can get my arm a little more than halfway straight into the air, how long before full range of motion comes back? I can't wait to be able to fix my own hair again!

[@dradamfields]

I bet, Jamie. So sorry about your challenge. Phew! It can take a year to fully recover. Depends on how hard you push it. Try this one also: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKrZZ4poh9BjqbM

[@annamariabelenyesi1220]

Iam 53 ys old, thank you for your continous support. kind regards: Annamaria

[@dradamfields]

So happy to help!

[@JoanHegdahl]

Should you do excercises daily for proximal hummerus.

[@dradamfields]

Yes, go through the series and I give instructions to do 2/day until you get to Week 13 and then you start the strengthening videos: SHOULDER STRENGTHENING If you like, please "like" No equipment needed for these two: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5TUcnmDeNB-j80 kzbin.info/www/bejne/opW4qHx4mMihq9k Weighted Shoulder Exercises kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqvYaalsrK96r6-sR kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6Kpp6JqbdKIfNE kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2SpaGSlq85lp9k m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/norEZmqFhZJ2eLs Massage Ball for Shoulder Pain kzbin.info/www/bejne/opC8Ynt9rdyMb6M Theracane for Shoulder Pain kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4KVZpqBa7x3l5Y Shoulder Pain Stretches kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqrIkmehp7SWr5o YIN YOGA FOR SHOULDERS kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKrZZ4poh9BjqbM

[@patriciawright4897]

Hey Dr. Adam I’ve been following your series from the beginning and I have to say that you’re truly an amazing inspiration and encouragement. I’ve been struggling with surrendering to the process and it’s been hard mentally. So not only is my arm coming along but your positivity has helped me to accept the process. God bless you and know that you’re blessing many I’m sure ❤️‍🩹🙏🏼☺️

[@dradamfields]

Big smile on my face right now, Patricia. This trial is producing perseverance, maturity, strength and, if you let it, joy. God bless you too

[@suewales7590]

Dear Adam, I’m the 82 year old English artist, back again! I slipped and fell breaking my pelvis, slow recovery but getting there. But realise that my shoulder crashed at the same time, that and crutches haven’t helped, so here I am again following you on you tube, you have become like an old gentle friend… thank you!

[@rasmivancollinson4526]

Coming up to Week 9 post injury and getting stronger 💪😊

[@dradamfields]

That smile on your profile pic goes with the positivity in your comment. Keep all that up!!! ; )

[@suzanneasher2566]

I am 59 raising 3 grandchildren no longer have car thank you for your videos couldn't have got this far without you especially with out a car so God bless you

[@dradamfields]

Blessed by helping you, Suzanne. Remember to continue with these after the series: SHOULDER STRENGTHENING If you like, please "like" No equipment needed for these two: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5TUcnmDeNB-j80 kzbin.info/www/bejne/opW4qHx4mMihq9k kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5TUcnmDeNB-j80 1 of 4 kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqvYaalsrK96r6-sR 2 of 4 kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6Kpp6JqbdKIfNE 3 of 4 kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2SpaGSlq85lp9k 4 of 4 m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/norEZmqFhZJ2eLs Massage Ball for Shoulder Pain kzbin.info/www/bejne/opC8Ynt9rdyMb6M Theracane for Shoulder Pain kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4KVZpqBa7x3l5Y Shoulder Pain Stretches kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqrIkmehp7SWr5o YIN YOGA FOR SHOULDERS kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKrZZ4poh9BjqbM NOTE: Copy and paste into "notes" onyour phone or computer

[@RiaWapstra]

Did you really mention chocolate therapy..?? Or is it what I wanted to hear….😂. Thank you so much again, improving all the time, mostly thanks to your videos. 69, 9 weeks in, from australia

[@dradamfields]

Hahaha...I wish it was chocolate. Shockwave therapy or ESWT ; )

[@robindemers140]

8 weeks since this 70 yr old female missed the bottom basement step and fell onto the concrete floor; OUCH! These exercises are very helpful. I love your comments, encouragement, and smiles. By the way, I have never used a broom so much in my life, lol. Have a super day.

[@dradamfields]

So glad to hear your humor in the middle of it. Comedy = Tragedy + Time I hope that will continue to be the case for you. ; )

[@NidhalHidan]

Hey Dr Adam Can I lift wt I had the fracture 9wks ago thanks for your very useful advices

[@dradamfields]

Yes you can if you have clearance from your doctor that the fracture has healed. There is a very high probability that it has healed.

[@Mauivavi]

I am so thankful for your videos found them at week 4 thanks to reddit , I broke my humerus on a roadbike had to have surgery, your videos are not only good but a great motivator to keep going, Thank you.

[@dradamfields]

Here's to getting back on your steed and feeling the wind against your face soon. Way to push it.

[@downhilldemi]

you are a healing angle, I am grateful to you 💖

[@Cavani2006]

I'm 18 had a fracture 2 months ago but I still can't raise my arms to a full 90° is that normal

[@dradamfields]

It is. You're going to have to work hard for this one. Don't stop daily work for a year.

[@debbyferguson3595]

#65 😬 Love your exercises and movements! Your encouragement is contagious!💖 #movementislubricant #motionislotion #movementismedicine

[@loobyloo1955]

Thanks for your incredible videos…exercise with you twice a day. My question is for anyone going though this is when does does the constant burning pain in the shoulder go away? I am at 9 weeks. Arm is better, ROM better but the constant burning pain in the shoulder is as strong as it was. Any help?

[@juudfoppen8647]

Hi i am Judith from the Netherlands and i am 61. Took a bad fall from 2 meters down 9 weeks ago and i have been following your video's from week 2. I left a comment back then to thank you for youre inspiring talks en excercises. I am still going forward but a little behing schedule. I had an echo and i showed some fluied in the supraspinatus en some thickness of the tendon. So moving my arm up is sometimes very painfull. Along with my fysiotherapist we do excersises and he does manual therapie on me. That is a great help. I wonder if there anything more i can do to reduce the tickness of the tendon/muscle of the supraspinatus. Some of youre previous excercises i still cant do. I practice every day en they are realy a big help. You are very inspiring!!!

[@pamelaharden3227]

I want to say I'm in my 8 week and even doing some of these with you, and your videos help me a lot. I'm the one with the dislocation and humerous fracture on the ball .Some days my arm feels like 5 lbs and it gets so tight do you have any suggestions

[@stressreductiontips2]

Dr. Fields, Thank you for this very helpful series. I don't think the proximal humerus fracture from 10 weeks ago (impacted comminuted in neck into the head) is totally healed but there is new bone growth and I know in pt he removed the non weight bearing restriction. I can't seem to do first exercise on this video because can't raise arm yet above shoulder level on side or front. Does this mean the issue is bone vs muscular? I was able to do the other videos and rest of this one and they are very helpful but unsure about this limit in raising arm past shoulder height.

[@annamariabelenyesi1220]

Dr Adam could you pls explain shortly why all we have problem with lifting our arms. Why is the limitation. Iam like others below can lift it up to 90 degrees. If you have time.Thank you regards

[@pijalbrahim7773]

Thank you Dr Fields. I'm glad stumbled on your videos although it's a bit late. I'm 9week post op proximal humerus fracture. My biceps got very stiff or hardens two week after surgery and stay like that until now make me hard and hurt to do stretching/excercises. Is this normal? I've been doing pt, and exercise at home but feels like its take forever to see even a little improvement. Im worried

[@janetpaulino8915]

How often do I need to do these exercises ?. I’m 12 weeks recovery stage. Have done pendalems and spider crawls.

[@dradamfields]

Do 2 videos/day. One that is challenging and one easy. After the series, continue with all of my shoulder strengthening videos. I explain in the videos as you go along.

[@janetpaulino8915]

@@dradamfields thanks. As previously stated my fracture occurred Jan 15th. I am still experiencing steady pain. Is this normal at this stage? I do therapy every day.

[@dradamfields]

Pain is still normal. Get some ESWT if you can

[@jolinton2678]

I’m 66 and just want to thank you for making these videos. 7 weeks into recovery and inspired to be better than before my fracture.

[@heathermackenzie6978]

Thank-you Doctor you are helping me get my arm as good as it will get

[@sharoncox1555]

I am going through this . Thank you so much . So thankful I have seen this .

[@JaneDespas]

Thoughts on EMTT?

[@arizona516]

Thank you Doctor........

[@dradamfields]

Keep up the good work, Arizona!

[@jam2347]

Hey hai doctor I'm 20 years old and I'm getting my wisdom tooth and having a bit of pain is there anything I can do to feel free?

[@dradamfields]

Hey Jam, Topical analgesic for the mouth could help. I hope you are keeping those teeth. They help with keeping the back of your throat open and help with your airway.

[@ruthcollins4236]

ThankU!!

[@dradamfields]

So welcome

[@dalidatoivola4866]

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[@kimyoung3484]

Thank you, Sỉr ♥️

[@dradamfields]

So happy you're here, Kim