Definition:

An injury caused by a crushing blow to the upper arm is different from all other injuries in the amount and unpredictability of the damage that is caused, the amount of scar tissue and the time required for healing.

Symptoms:

• Pain in the upper arm
• Loss of ROM in the shoulder
• Laceration
• Possible fracture

Causes:

• Fall
• Direct blow
• Motor vehicle accident

Treatment:

• ROM and stretching exercises to upper arm
• Wound care
• Posture program