Fractured Collar Bone
Your collarbone (clavicle) connects the upper part of your breastbone to part of your shoulder blade. A broken collarbone is a fairly common injury among athletes, especially those in contact sports. It can also be caused by falling badly on your outstretched hand.
What are the symptoms of a fractured collar bone?
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Pain on the collar bone.
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Swelling.
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A bony deformity may be seen or felt.
What is the treatment for a broken collar bone?
Non surgical treatment
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Using a simple arm sling. Elaborate shoulder harnesses are unnecessary for a broken collarbone.
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Applying ice to the injury.
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Taking pain relievers, as needed.
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Avoiding any activity that may aggravate the area for four to six weeks after injury.
Most broken collarbones will heal well with this simple treatment, although a small bump may remain in the area of the healed fracture.
Surgery
Surgery may be necessary if the fracture fragments overlap and create shortening of the collarbone, if the fragments are significantly displaced, or if multiple fragments are present.
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