In most cases, a patient suffers a comminuted fracture of the shoulder joint, the articular glenoid, the humeral head, or the surgical neck of the humerus. Even if the patient is seen in a timely manner and treated properly by the physician, there is no specific time frame for recovery, as it depends on the age of the patient and the treatment method used. For example, if a child or teenager has a comminuted fracture of the shoulder joint, the recovery time is usually about 4-5 weeks if the patient is treated conservatively with manipulation and fixation with a brace or cast. If an adult has a comminuted fracture of the shoulder joint with a large displacement of the fracture end, surgical treatment is performed. If an adult has a comminuted fracture with a large displacement of the fracture end, the fracture is treated surgically, with an incision, internal fixation with a plate, and postoperative oral medication.