injuries and poisoning
Upper Arm Fractures
Diagnosis of Upper Arm Fractures
X-rays Sometimes computed tomography (See also Diagnosis .) If people think they may have fractured their upper arm, they should see a doctor as soon as possible. Doctors ask people to describe what happened and what their symptoms are. Doctors also examine the elbow and collarbone. Doctors take x-rays of the shoulder joint from different angles to determine whether it is fractured. Sometimes, if x-rays are unclear, computed tomography (CT) is done. CT combines x-rays with computer technology to produce a more detailed, three-dimensional image of the injured area. 