Post-Surgery Concerns After Clavicle Fracture: Rehabilitation Dilemma
Post-operative issues following a left clavicle fracture from a car accident? Hello, doctor. I suffered a distal clavicle fracture on my left shoulder from a motorcycle accident and opted for self-paid fixation with a hook plate. The orthopedic surgeon mentioned that the hook cou...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Rehabilitation should continue, but the hook plate may cause localized discomfort. This is usually alleviated after a period of rehabilitation. Rehabilitation can reduce the likelihood of adhesions, so please emphasize this.[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns After Clavicle Fracture: Rehabilitation Dilemma
Post-Accident Clavicle Fracture: Recovery Questions and Concerns
Post-operative issues following a left clavicle fracture from a car accident? Hello Doctor, I had a car accident on April 7th and sustained a fracture at the distal end of my left clavicle. The following day, I underwent open reduction and internal fixation surgery, using a clavi...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, for distal clavicle fractures, due to the insufficient size of the fixation area at the distal end, a hook plate is used for auxiliary fixation to stabilize this type of fracture. 1. A triangular bandage should be used for four to six weeks, depending on the X-ray findings...[Read More] Post-Accident Clavicle Fracture: Recovery Questions and Concerns
Post-Accident Clavicle Fracture: Recovery Tips and Concerns
Postoperative discomfort following a distal clavicle fracture from a car accident? Hello, doctor. I had a car accident on April 7th, resulting in a fracture of the distal end of my left clavicle. The following day, I underwent open reduction and internal fixation surgery, using a...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. The duration of the sling usage depends on the stability of the fracture fixation; if the fixation is good, the sling may be used for a shorter period, typically four to six weeks. 2. The sooner you start moving, the better, but it also depends on the stability of the fixati...[Read More] Post-Accident Clavicle Fracture: Recovery Tips and Concerns
Understanding Shoulder Stiffness After Clavicle Surgery: Is It Normal?
After clavicle surgery, there is shoulder stiffness? Hello Doctor, I hope you don't mind me asking. After my clavicle fracture surgery on December 2nd last year, I have been using a triangular bandage for support. On January 6th of this year, I returned for a follow-up and t...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Shoulder stiffness after clavicle fracture surgery is a normal phenomenon. You can start performing movements to mobilize the shoulder joint. Initially, you can do forward and backward swings. After six weeks, you can begin overhead movements. It is only after twelve weeks that y...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Stiffness After Clavicle Surgery: Is It Normal?
Post-Clavicle Fracture Surgery: Safe Lower Body Strength Training Tips
What strength training can be done during the recovery period after a clavicle fracture surgery? Hello, doctor. I underwent a right clavicle fracture reduction and fixation surgery three weeks ago. Today's X-ray still shows a visible fracture line that has yet to heal. Since...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. Activities that can be performed. 2. Activities that will not be affected. 3. Lower body strength training can be done.[Read More] Post-Clavicle Fracture Surgery: Safe Lower Body Strength Training Tips
Post-Surgery Issues with Right Clavicle: Pain and Concerns After Trauma
Postoperative issues related to the right clavicle? I suffered a right clavicle fracture in a car accident on October 21 of this year. After surgery, a hook-shaped plate was used for fixation. Follow-up X-rays on November 15 and December 15 showed good results. However, on Decemb...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello, there could be many reasons for this. Generally, the hook plate is considered a removable internal fixation device. While it is present in your body, it may cause some degree of impingement syndrome on your shoulder's rotator cuff. Regarding your concerns about displa...[Read More] Post-Surgery Issues with Right Clavicle: Pain and Concerns After Trauma
Managing Clavicle Fractures: Recovery, Complications, and Next Steps
Clavicle fracture I fractured my clavicle in a car accident at the end of April. The doctor performed surgery the next day to insert a steel plate, which I paid for out of pocket. After the surgery, I asked the doctor if I needed to use a sling, but he said it wasn't necessa...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, if the metal pin is broken and the fracture has healed, even if there is deformity in the bone, there is no need for another surgery. However, if the fracture has not healed, a second surgery may be necessary. It is recommended that you visit another hospital to consult wi...[Read More] Managing Clavicle Fractures: Recovery, Complications, and Next Steps
Traveling Abroad After a Clavicle Fracture: What You Need to Know
Can I travel abroad after a clavicle fracture? Hello, Doctor. At the end of May, I was involved in a motorcycle accident that resulted in a fracture of my right clavicle. I have been wearing a brace for two months, but I plan to travel abroad in early September, which will be thr...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, I fractured my right clavicle at the end of May, and I will be traveling abroad at the beginning of September, which will be three months later. 1. Flying will not affect the clavicle fracture. 2. I should be able to use amusement park rides as long as there is no risk of ...[Read More] Traveling Abroad After a Clavicle Fracture: What You Need to Know
Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Recovery, Muscle Tightness, and Rehabilitation
Clavicle fracture Dear Director, I have had a right clavicle fracture for 5 weeks and have been undergoing conservative treatment with a sling without surgery. I take off the sling at night. 1. However, when I remove the sling, I notice that my entire right arm is pressed tigh...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello: 1. It is possible that the weakness in your right hand is due to a period of disuse. 2. This condition may also be caused by prolonged inactivity of the right hand. 3. After starting rehabilitation, the aforementioned symptoms should gradually improve. Wishing you a speedy...[Read More] Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Recovery, Muscle Tightness, and Rehabilitation
Understanding Self-Healing in Clavicle Fractures: Is It Normal?
Is there a possibility of self-healing for a clavicle fracture? Hello, Doctor. Today marks 4 weeks since I sustained a distal right clavicle fracture. The doctor suggested that I could either undergo surgery or choose not to; I opted for self-recovery using a triangular sling. In...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. It is normal. 2. These symptoms will disappear after the bones have healed.[Read More] Understanding Self-Healing in Clavicle Fractures: Is It Normal?
Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Healing Options and Concerns
Clavicle fracture Hello, doctor. I was in a car accident on March 6th, which resulted in a fractured clavicle. The fracture is displaced and not aligned properly. I had an X-ray done again on April 10th, and it still shows no signs of healing. The doctor has recommended surgery, ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If the bones do not come into contact, healing will be slower. However, if they are in contact, healing typically occurs within three to six months. You need to continue monitoring the situation, and if healing does not occur, surgery may be necessary.[Read More] Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Healing Options and Concerns
Understanding Clavicle Dislocation After a Car Accident: Surgery vs. Non-Surgery
Clavicle dislocation due to a car accident? Hello, my girlfriend has a one-centimeter dislocated clavicle due to a previous car accident. The doctor mentioned that surgery is optional, but will the clavicle gradually return to its original position? If she undergoes surgery, will...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, 1. My girlfriend has a one-centimeter dislocation of her clavicle due to a previous car accident. The doctor mentioned that surgery is optional, but will the clavicle gradually return to its original position? No, while a mid-clavicle fracture can dislocate, it typically...[Read More] Understanding Clavicle Dislocation After a Car Accident: Surgery vs. Non-Surgery
Post-Surgery Issues After Clavicle Fracture: What to Expect
Postoperative Issues Related to Clavicle Fracture Surgery Hello Doctor, I had a clavicle fracture from a car accident at the end of last year, and I had the bone screws removed at the end of January this year. I have been using non-dissolvable sutures, but recently the wound has ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The wound may have issues and requires a follow-up with a physician. Typically, a healing wound should not exude fluid or have red, inflamed skin, as these could be signs of infection.[Read More] Post-Surgery Issues After Clavicle Fracture: What to Expect
Clavicle Fracture Recovery: When Can You Resume Normal Activities?
In the case of a clavicle fracture treated conservatively, when can one return to normal activities? Two months ago, I had a car accident that resulted in a displaced clavicle fracture. Since the displacement was minimal and it was a closed fracture, the doctor mentioned that sur...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. Three months; removing it too early may cause displacement. 2. If it has been fixed for more than two months, it can be temporarily removed for bathing. 3. It is safer to wait until three months. 4. Three months. 5. Allow the arm to hang down and perform pendulum exerc...[Read More] Clavicle Fracture Recovery: When Can You Resume Normal Activities?
Understanding Non-Displaced Distal Clavicle Fractures: Healing Time and Treatment Options
Non-displaced fracture of the distal clavicle? Hello Dr. Lee, I had a car accident last week on December 30th that resulted in a distal clavicle fracture. Currently, I am undergoing conservative treatment with a figure-eight shoulder strap. I would like to ask you how long it typ...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello Mr. Chiu, a distal clavicle fracture typically requires approximately 6 weeks of immobilization with a figure-of-eight shoulder strap. Bone healing generally begins around 3 weeks, and complete healing takes about 12 weeks. The likelihood of spontaneous healing is close to ...[Read More] Understanding Non-Displaced Distal Clavicle Fractures: Healing Time and Treatment Options
Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Pain, Recovery, and Hardware Concerns
Clavicle fracture, muscle pain, issues with the steel pin? Hello, I had a car accident on September 13th this year, and my right clavicle was fractured in a zigzag pattern. I underwent surgery on September 16th to repair it, and it has now been one month. During my follow-up appo...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
1. Currently, it has only been one month since the surgery, and it is not advisable to bear weight too early (approximately three months would be more ideal). 2. Bearing weight on the left side should not have any significant impact. 3. It is possible. 4. The timing for the...[Read More] Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Pain, Recovery, and Hardware Concerns
Understanding Bone Health: Clavicle Surgery, Plate Removal, and Calcium Absorption
Calcium absorption, clavicle issues, and problems with metal implants? Hello, doctor. I underwent surgery for a right clavicle fracture on September 16, 2018. 1. With the locking plate in place, will there be bone resorption over time? Will my bone be weaker than that of a norm...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: 1. Stainless steel plates, due to their hardness being greater than that of bone, may lead to stress shielding and subsequent bone loss issues, so they need to be removed. Aluminum alloy is less likely to cause this problem. 2. Generally, normal activities can be resumed a...[Read More] Understanding Bone Health: Clavicle Surgery, Plate Removal, and Calcium Absorption
Recovery Timeline for Sleeping on Side After Clavicle Fracture
Clavicle fracture Hello, Doctor. Last month, I fractured my clavicle while playing basketball. I have completed the surgery and have been discharged. I have researched related information, such as the healing process and the timeline for plate removal. I would like to ask, how lo...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The healing time for a fracture generally takes about six weeks, depending on the severity of the fracture and the quality of immobilization. If there are any special circumstances, it is advisable to consult the attending physician. If X-rays show that the fracture is well-align...[Read More] Recovery Timeline for Sleeping on Side After Clavicle Fracture
Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Pain After Chiropractic Adjustment
Closed clavicle fracture Yesterday, I went to the hospital for a follow-up appointment. During the visit, the doctor adjusted my posture by lifting my head and chest, and I have a slight crack in my clavicle. After returning home, I experienced intermittent pain in my clavicle, w...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is usually not the case, but if there are any doubts, another X-ray can be taken for confirmation.[Read More] Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Pain After Chiropractic Adjustment
Post-Operative Concerns After Clavicle Fracture Surgery: What to Expect
Postoperative Issues Following Comminuted Clavicle Fracture Surgery Hello Doctor: I just had surgery last week to fix my clavicle and scapula fractures with bone screws and a titanium alloy plate. It has been a week now, and I can only raise my left arm to an angle of 70 degrees....
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, generally speaking, after a comminuted clavicle fracture surgery, patients are advised to continue using a sling for 4 weeks. Since the degree of fracture comminution and the stability of the plate fixation can vary, the extent of postoperative rehabilitation should be dis...[Read More] Post-Operative Concerns After Clavicle Fracture Surgery: What to Expect