Sports-related spontaneous fractures of the humerus

Orthop Rev. 1989 Sep;18(9):957-60.

Abstract

An example of a spontaneous spiral fracture of the humerus in a healthy softball player is presented. This rare injury is discussed, addressing the mechanisms of injury, the treatment, and the types of sports in which this type of fracture has been reported to occur.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Athletic Injuries / diagnostic imaging*
  • Athletic Injuries / therapy
  • Baseball*
  • Female
  • Fractures, Spontaneous / diagnostic imaging*
  • Fractures, Spontaneous / therapy
  • Humans
  • Humeral Fractures / diagnostic imaging*
  • Humeral Fractures / therapy
  • Radiography