10 Broken Collar Bone Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
The collar bone, also known as the clavicle, connects the shoulder joint to the sternum. It helps to provide support, allowing for flexibility and strength. It is fairly exposed, however, and relatively thin, meaning it is prone to injury. It is not uncommon for sports people to break this bone due to impacts.
When this bone does break, it will usually break downward due to the direction of the force that is usually responsible. Regardless of how it breaks, it is still likely to be very painful and emergency medical assistance will be required.
In the vast majority of cases, the patient will make a full recovery within 6–8 weeks. Below are 10 symptoms that a person who has broken their collar bone should look out for.
