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Medical condition/treatment

Broken collarbone or clavicle fracture

disc prolapse

collarbone

disc prolapse

A collarbone fracture is an injury to the collarbone that can cause pain and limited mobility of the shoulder joint. Treatment may include wearing a cast, physical therapy, or in some cases surgery to fix the fracture.

Causes/Description:

Falls, accidents, broken bones

break of collarbone

disc prolapse

Gips, Schulterschmerzen, Knochenbruch, Sturz, Unfall, Ruhigstellung, Physiotherapie

disc prolapse

A broken collarbone occurs due to falls or injuries in which the collarbone is broken.

disc prolapse

Treatment for a broken collarbone depends on the type and extent of the fracture. This may include a cast or surgery to fix the collarbone. Postoperative rehabilitation is crucial and includes physical therapy exercises to restore shoulder function. An orthopedist can determine the best course of action.

disc prolapse

Fractures of the collarbone have been known for a long time and were treated in ancient times. Records from various historical periods indicate that people have suffered this type of injury centuries ago. Over time, treatment for collarbone fractures has evolved, from immobilization to modern surgical techniques to promote healing. Clavicle fractures can be caused by falls, sports injuries or accidents and require accurate diagnosis and individualized therapy.