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Treatment • These fractures usually heal well with simple pain relief, use of a sling to support the injury whilst it is healing and avoiding strenuous activity during this time. • The best way to treat the initial pain and discomfort is to place the injured arm in a sling that supports the fracture. The sling should be worn during the day for
A figure 8 clavicle brace is the best option for a clavicle injury because it has two loops that wrap around both shoulders and the neck to hold the shoulder back and up. These braces limit the mobility, twisting, and turning of the upper body.
Since nonsurgical treatments are the most prevalent in current clinical practice, the authors of this study chose to evaluate the effects (benefits and harms) of conservative interventions: the figure-of-eight bandage versus the arm sling, for treating middle-third clavicle fractures.
Pain and Swelling: Your shoulder may be swollen and you will have some pain. Taking pain medication and using ice or cold packs will help. More information is on the next page. Wearing your sling: Use your sling for 3 weeks. You can take it off to wash, dress and do your exercises. It does not need to be worn at night. Exercise and activity:
Initial treatment consists of ice, compressive dressing, and medication to relieve pain and reduce swelling. An arm sling, shoulder immobilizer, or figure-of-eight brace is usually recommended. Refrain from sporting activities until the fracture is healed, usually 6 or more weeks. Pain will subside after 2 to 4 weeks, and you will be
Clavicle Fracture (Adult) Page 2 of 6 Introduction A fractured clavicle (broken collarbone) is a common injury. This fracture usually takes around 6 weeks to heal. Symptoms Often very painful; other symptoms can include: • Swelling or tenderness around the injured area • Bruising to the skin • A visible lump at the fracture site.
Methods. 296 patients with middle-third clavicle fracture were included in the study conducted between March 2017 and January 2020. 152 patients were managed with figure of 8 bandage and 144 patients were managed with a broad arm sling. Results were evaluated based on clinical, radiological and functional outcomes.
