Dislocated Collar bone

What is a Dislocated Collar Bone

Injury in which the bones that articulate with the collarbone are displaced from their normal anatomical position, thus resulting in a disruption of the joint and a subluxation of the collarbone.

Dislocated Collar Bone Symptoms

  • Severe pain in the collarbone area
  • Loss of shoulder function
  • Pain elicited upon movement of the shoulder
  • Visible deformity
  • Inflammation and edema (swelling) around injury site
  • Possible numbness or parathesia in shoulder or arm
Dislocated Collar Bone

Dislocated Collar Bone

Dislocated Collar Bone Treatment

  • During Acute phase apply R.I.C.E principles such as ice etc.
  • See a doctor and he/she will manipulate the collarbone and set it back into alignment
  • Over the counter pain medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen
  • Prescription pain medication for severe pain

Dislocated Collar Bone Recovery Time

  • Once the dislocated collarbone has been fixed by a doctor, the shoulder will need to be immobilized for a period of 2 to 4 weeks.
  • If there is ligament damage then the recovery time will be approximately 6 to 8 weeks.

Dislocated Collar Bone Causes

  • Fall onto the shoulder
  • Pulling or jerking force applied to the arm

Other Dislocated Collar Bone Terms

Dislocation Collar Bone Treatment, Pain near Collar Bone, Dislocated Sternum, Sternoclavicular Joint, Sternoclavicular, Sternoclavicular Dislocation, Clavicle Dislocation, Swollen Left Clavicle,Clavicle Problems.

As with any medical or sports related injury it is important to consult a health care specialist.  A dislocated collar bone is a serious injury and as such should be treated immediately and seriously.

 

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