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Why is the clavicle at risk to a fracture when a person falls on his or her shoulder?
The clavicle is at risk to fracture when a person falls on his or her shoulder because the clavicle works like a brace that holds the arm apart from the body. Because the clavicle is between the arm and the thorax, it is vulnerable to breaks.
What is the prefered method of splinting a fractured clavicle?
A fractured clavicle is a common childhood injury. Doctor's use what is called a figure of eight splint to immobilize the joint so that it can heal, which usually takes around 8-12 weeks.
Which is the bone people break most often and why?
clavicle is most commonly fractured. but in old females femur usually fractured at neck level.
What the difference between a broken clavicle and a broken collarbone?
There is no difference. A collarbone is the common name for clavicle which is the anatomical name.
How soon can you swim with a broken clavicle?
You do not swim with a broken clavicle. You use your hands, legs and body movement. Under no circumstances should you use a broken clavicle or an intact one, yours or anyone else's to swim.
Will the clavicle break if a person falls on their shoulder?
Yes, I did I was running and fell now I have a broken clavicle.
How do you wrap an ace bandage to a fractured clavicle?
This website gives step by step details.http://www.clavicle-immobilization.info/The-procedure.php
Is it possible to play a contact sport with a fractured clavicle?
Sure, it is possible but you risk permanent disability. Wait for it to heal.
What is the main term for fracture of the clavicle?
The main term for a fracture of the clavicle is a broken collarbone. It is one of the most common bones in the human body that get broken easily.
What is a fractured arm?
A fractured arm is an arm that contains one or more broken bones.
Is a fractured proximal phalanx considered a broken toe or foot?
A phalanx is a toe bone. Thus a fractured proximal phalanx is a broken toe.
Hypothesis of broken leg?
The hypothesis of a broken leg is that you fractured your leg.
