A systematic review of biopsychosocial prognostic factors of recovery after a proximal humerus fracture

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Proximal humerus fracture (PHF) is a common upper extremity injury. PHF often causes prolonged disability and interferes with independent function. PURPOSE: This study reviewed and summarized prognostic factors of recovery following PHF and classified them within the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) with each domain sub-categorized by modifiability.

Authors

Varahra A; MacDermid JC; Szekeres M

Journal

Journal of Hand Therapy, Vol. 36, No. 4, pp. 825–844

Publisher

Elsevier

Publication Date

October 2023

DOI

10.1016/j.jht.2023.06.005

ISSN

0894-1130

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Joy MacDermid

Professor (Part-Time), Faculty of Health Sciences

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