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Best hospitals and doctors for shoulder fracture treatment abroad

Leading hospitals

Cost for treatment

Osteosynthesis for shoulder fracture
5351.54
Orthopedic rehabilitation
690.57
The Memorial Sisli Hospital Istanbul is the largest and leading medical complex in Turkey, which meets the highest standards of medical care when providing the advanced diagnostics and treatment using the very latest methods. The hospital is part of the Memorial Health Group – it was the first project of this provider of m
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The Hannover Medical School has the status of a leading German medical facility. The advanced medical technologies, highly qualified specialists, as well as productive research activities form a solid basis for top-class medical service of the world standard. The hospital is proud of its outstanding achievements in the treatment
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Luisenhospital Aachen
Luisenhospital Aachen
Overall rating9.8 / 10
The Luisenhospital Aachen is a modern health facility that offers top-class European-standard service. The medical complex is an academic hospital of RWTH Aachen University, which provides patients with access to innovations in diagnosis and treatment. The hospital first opened its doors to patients in 1967 and has been carrying
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Hospital Cologne-Merheim ranks among the top German medical centers! The health facility is an academic hospital of Witten/Herdecke University, which gives patients access to the very latest developments in European medicine. The Hospital Cologne-Merheim positions itself as a maximu
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Every year, Zurich attracts thousands of foreigners with its best Swiss clinics. One of them is Klinik Im Park that has been providing a constantly high level of medical services, professional care and friendly atmosphere for 25 years. Why exactly do patients choose Swiss clinics? The reason is that our specialists will do their
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The Meoclinic Hospital Berlin is one of Germany's most renowned multidisciplinary private hospitals offering top-class and patient-centered medical care. The hospital opened its doors to patients back in 2000 and today is deservedly proud of its vast experience. It has 28 specialized departments, each of which is responsible
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The Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital Istanbul is an advanced multidisciplinary medical center that began its clinical practice in 2018. It is part of the world famous Memorial Healthcare Group. The hospital was designed in accordance with the very latest standards of modern architecture with the aim of providing top-class m
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The Hirslanden Clinic Permanence Bern is a medical facility with an excellent technical base, modern infrastructure and extremely competent doctors who always put the health and satisfaction of the needs of their patients first. The clinic is part of the world-famous and reputable group of private clinics Hirslanden, which has b
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Nuremberg Hospital
Nuremberg Hospital
Overall rating9 / 10
According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Nuremberg Hospital ranks among the top German medical facilities! The hospital is one of the largest, highly specialized medical centers in Europe and positions itself as the maximum care hospital. The healthcare facility is an academic hospital of the Paracelsus Medical University
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The Marienhaus Hospital St. Elisabeth Neuwied is an advanced health facility with an excellent reputation in the national medical arena. It is the largest medical complex in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate. The Marienhaus Hospital St. Elisabeth Neuwied is an academic hospital of Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz and an acade
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Hospital Cologne-Holweide ranks among the top medical centers in North Rhine-Westphalia! The medical complex is an academic hospital of the University of Cologne, providing patients with high-quality healthcare based on the latest achievements in university medicine. The hospital ad
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The Schlosspark Hospital Berlin began its work in 1970 and, during this time, has gained an excellent reputation not only in Germany but also in the international medical arena. The Schlosspark Hospital Berlin is an academic hospital of the Charite University Hospital Berlin, which is one of the best medical centers in Europe an
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The Hospital Oberberg Waldbrol is a progressive medical facility with a priority focus on effective treatment and high-quality patient care. The medical complex is an academic hospital of the University of Bonn, which guarantees direct access to medical innovations. The medical staff of the hospital applies an individual ap
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The Eichsfeld Hospital Heilbad Heiligenstadt is a reputable medical facility, whose patients can undergo high-quality diagnostics and treatment in accordance with European standards. The medical facility is an Academic Hospital of the University of Goettingen, so many local doctors are actively engaged in research activities and
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The DRK Hospital Berlin Westend is a modern medical facility with a rich historical heritage. It is an academic hospital of the Charite University Hospital Berlin, one of the most prestigious medical facilities in Europe and worldwide. The medical complex is part of the DRK Kliniken Berlin Group, which has a history spanning mor
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The Hospital Oberberg Gummersbach is a medical complex that offers its patients top-class personalized care. The hospital was founded in 1985. Since then, it has earned an excellent reputation in the German medical arena and has gained vast experience in the provision of medical care to foreign patients. The Hospital Oberberg Gu
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About the disease

A shoulder fracture is where shoulder bones have been broken as a result of a fall or accident. There are three bones in the shoulder: the scapula (shoulder blade), the clavicle (collar bone), and the humerus (upper arm bone). These bones are joined at the shoulder and enable arm mobility. Other types of shoulder traumas, which have similar symptoms to a shoulder fracture, are dislocations and tears.

A shoulder fracture will typically start to manifest itself right after the break. It is a condition which needs emergency treatment. Almost 80% of all shoulder fractures are not displaced, making it easier to treat them. The broken pieces remain at their usual anatomical place and can be repaired by keeping the arm still. Usually a sling, which immobilizes the shoulder, needs to be worn for 6-7 weeks. Only 20% of fractures require surgery.

The most common cause of a shoulder fracture is a car or motorcycle accident. They account for 60% of all cases of shoulder fractures; the remaining 40% include falling on an outstretched arm or receiving a blow from a hard object such as a baseball bat.

Symptoms

  • Acute pain in the shoulder region
  • Inability to move the arm
  • Shooting sensation in the neck
  • Swelling
  • Redness of the damaged region
  • Deformity of the region

Diagnosis

  • During a general examination, a doctor will check the position and alignment of the shoulder. This will also determine the exact origin of the pain.
  • An X-ray can reveal whether the shoulder is dislocated or fractured and in the case of the latter, which bone has been damaged. It can also show the severity of the fracture and determine whether surgery is necessary.
  • A CT scan is performed if X-ray images were not clear enough.

Treatment

  • Osteosynthesis is a procedure whereby fractured bones are internally fixed with special metal devices. This is performed during open surgery. The metal devices bring the fractured bones together and keep them from moving.
  • Non-surgical treatments include the wearing of a sling, which also holds the arm in one position. The sling can be taken off once the patient no longer experiences pain and the shoulder has completely regained its function.

Overall, it will take several weeks before you recover completely and return to your normal lifestyle.

Authors: Dr. Nadezhda Ivanisova, Dr. Sergey Pashchenko