Use of Compression Plates for the Management of the Shaft of Humerus Provides Better Outcome as Compared to the Intra Medullary Nails: A Critical Analysis

Humerus is the longest and largest bone of the upper limb which provides strength and resistance to both torsional and bending forces proximally and distally it tapers to triangular shape. Knowledge of the anatomy and pathophysiology of humeral shaft can facilitate the course and attachment of muscles and can explain the displacements of fractures and preoperative planning and fixation techniques. As the upper extremity functions with a long lever arm and highly exposed to external forces, it is predisposed to injuries frequently. In this article, we review the advantages of locking compression plates over intramedullary nails in the management of fracture of shaft of humerus.