Ideally, a check X-ray is taken at 6 weeks to see the development of the callus (callus on an Xray gives you an idea about the progress of bone healing). Full mobilisation is started at 6 weeks. However, because driving involves jerky movements which can displace the fracture again, it is delayed. Depending upon the surgeon, therapist, and the patient’s healing, driving can be started anywhere between 6 to 12 weeks.
Monitoring your recovery using the Reflex Health app
If you have fractured your shoulder blade, you will need to monitor your recovery carefully to ensure that you have recovered sufficient range of motion and strength you need to drive.
Reflex Health is an app that can help you keep track of your progress as you heal. As your recover, you can expect your shoulder range of motion to gradually increase and shoulder painShoulder pain is any pain felt around in and around the shoulder joint. The shoulder is the most mob to subside. The app will provide you with customised exercises and stretches based on your stage of recovery.
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