Clavicle fracture

(broken bone.)

Location of clavicle It extends between the sternum (the

manubrium) and scapula (the acromion process).

Fracture classification

• Allman classification:- Group I fractures: The most common (80%).- Group II fractures:Less frequently (12-15%).- Group III fractures:Less than 5% .

Etiology

• Trauma :-fall on shoulder.-fall on outstretched hand.-car accident.

• In babies during birth.

Symptoms

• Pain, and inability to raise the arm because of pain.

• Swelling.• Deformity or bump over the break.• Bruising.

Treatment

• Medications to relieve the pain.• Antibiotics and tetanus shot (when do I use them?).• Surgery in some cases.