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Comminuted scapular body fractures: A report of three cases managed conservatively in chiropractic settings
Julie Lynn Scarano1, Matthew Richardson, John A Taylor
1Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida Campus, 4705 S Clyde Morris Blvd, Port Orange, FL 32129.
Abstract:
Fractures of the scapula are relatively uncommon. Fractures specific to the scapular body comprise 35-65% of these fractures. Currently, 99% of all isolated scapular body fractures are being treated nonoperatively with an immobilizing sling or brace and some form of manual therapy with an 86% success rate. We present the conservative management of three patients with comminuted fractures involving the scapular body that were managed in chiropractic settings. Residual disabilities in these three patients as measured by a standardized outcome tool were 2%, 5% and 23% after 3 years, 2 years, and 6 years respectively.
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