Question 1

i have a clavicle fracture, and i have had it since january of 2023. i can visually see it move in and out of place. i also feel grinding coming from my clavicle area. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

: You should see an orthopedic surgeon to see if it has healed well or if it did not heal properly, especially if you are having pain or discomfort. An orthopedic surgeon can do x-rays or even a CT scan or MRI to find out what is wrong with your clavicle. There may be treatment needed to repair the clavicle if it is found OT be abnormal. Good luck to you!

Question 2

what could cause clavicle fracture ?

Accepted Answer

Trauma: Any trauma to the chest or a fall on an outstretched arm can lead to a fracture.  If there is any disease that weakens the bone, e.g. Cancer or osteogenesis imperfecta, it can fracture more easily, but some sort of force still needs to be applied to break it.  This is called a pathological fracture.  A clavicle does not break without having some sort of force applied to it through abuse or injury.

Question 3

what sort of problem is a clavicle fracture?

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Fracture: A clavicle fracture is just as it sounds, a fracture of the clavicle (aka collarbone).

Question 4

how is a clavicle fracture typically treated?

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Strap or surgery: If there is minimal displacement then a clavicle strap is enough. If markedly displaced, then surgery would be appropriate. This would include a plate and screws or a small rod that would be placed inside the bone after aligning it.

Question 5

what does it mean to have a clavicle fracture?

Accepted Answer

Collar bone fracture: A clavicle (or collar bone) fracture is a common fracture when falling with outstretched hands or from falling directly onto your shoulder. This is a painful condition that will keep you from moving your affected arm and shoulder.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: clavicle fracture?

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Clavicle fracture: Your collar bone is your clavicle....If you break it then it is a clavicle fracture.

Question 7

how is a clavicle fracture usually diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

X-ray &/or deformity: Clavicle fractures often result in an obvious deformity that can be easily seen and felt. On less obvious fractures, an x-ray may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.

Question 8

how is a clavicle fracture in a baby diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

Tenderness: The fracture site will be painful even in babies. ( they may cry or grimmace) sometimes they won't use the affected arm and finally on exam you can feel the break it is called crepitence.

Question 9

is clavicle fracture create new bone

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, clavicle fractures usually heal with a lot of new bone causing a "lump" in the area that will usually then go on to remodel.

Question 10

what's a simple, cheap treatment for my clavicle fracture?

Accepted Answer

Clavicle fracture: In most people with healthy bones clavicle fractures heal very well on their own. The best thing you can do to help is to use an immobilizer. The classic over-the-counter immobilizer is a figure-8 strap to hold the shoulders back and keep pressure off the clavicle during healing. This is available at any pharmacy. Other styles of immobilizers are also available.

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I have a clavicle fracture, and i have had it since january of 2023. i can visually see it move in and out of place. i also feel grinding coming from my clavicle area. what should i do?

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What could cause clavicle fracture ?

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What sort of problem is a clavicle fracture?

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What does it mean to have a clavicle fracture?

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How is a clavicle fracture usually diagnosed?

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What's a simple, cheap treatment for my clavicle fracture?

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