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How long will a broken shoulder take to heal?
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8-10 weeks: The healing time depends on the type of shoulder fracture, and fractures tend to heal more slowly in smokers. In general, a shoulder (proximal humerus) fracture will heal in 8-10 weeks.
Answered 5/9/2019
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6 weeks: But will take many months of pt to regain full motion and strength.
Answered 10/14/2018
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