Clavicle, Orthopedics FAQ

Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Recovery Challenges and Disability Benefits

Clavicle fracture Hello, Dr. Chang. I was in a car accident on September 25th, resulting in an open fracture of my left clavicle, a comminuted fracture, and ligament tears. I underwent surgery on the same day. It has been almost three months now, and I have been undergoing rehabi...

Dr. Zhang Shengben Reply:
1. Bone healing is necessary before engaging in aggressive rehabilitation; until healing is complete, gentle rehabilitation is appropriate. This should be discussed with a rehabilitation physician. 2. The cause of shoulder pain may be due to stiffness from limited mobility or fro...

Understanding Rib Pain Under the Right Clavicle: Causes and Next Steps

The ribs below the right clavicle are exposed..? Hello Doctor: I have noticeable hair loss under my right clavicle and rib. I also feel some discomfort in my right chest. It shouldn't be due to a sports injury. I have seen an orthopedic doctor and had an X-ray, which showed ...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it may be advisable to have a pulmonologist or thoracic surgeon evaluate you first. If you are experiencing discomfort in your right chest and the orthopedic X-ray shows no issues, and if the pulmonologist checks your heart and lungs and finds...

Post-Surgery Complications After Clavicle Fracture: What to Expect

Post-operative issues following clavicle fracture surgery? Hello Dr. Lee, On July 9, I fell off my bike and fractured my left clavicle. Although it was a comminuted fracture, the doctor recommended conservative treatment with a figure-eight strap for stabilization. Aside from so...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello, In response to your question, it is reasonable to still feel some discomfort one week after surgery on September 15th. This is because the procedure involves incising the skin, separating the fascia and muscles, and carefully detaching the scar tissue around the fracture...

Can I Sleep on My Side After a Clavicle Fracture? Recovery Tips

Clavicle fracture Hello Dr. Li: I need to trouble you again! I have a fracture in my left clavicle, and it has been 2 months. I would like to ask if I can sleep on my left side now? What about sleeping on my stomach? Will that put pressure on the fracture? Also, given my current ...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello, in response to your question: It has been two months since your clavicle fracture. Clinically, there is no pain when lightly touching the fracture site, and your range of motion has largely returned. However, you should avoid quick or forceful movements. At this stage, you...

Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Healing, Support, and Surgical Options

Clavicle fracture Hello Dr. Lee: A few days ago, I had another X-ray taken and showed it to the doctor! It turns out that I may not have noticed before that one end of my bone is not properly aligned, with two small fragments standing upright in the middle. It has been two months...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, first of all, congratulations! You might be wondering what I am congratulating you for, but essentially, you have already completed more than half of the treatment process for your clavicle fracture, and your current condition is quite good. I...

Post-Surgery Rehabilitation for Clavicle Fractures: A Guide

Rehabilitation after clavicle fracture surgery? Hello Dr. Lee, I was in a car accident on June 6th of this year, resulting in a comminuted fracture of my right clavicle. I later underwent surgery to fix it with a steel plate, which is scheduled to be removed in a year. It has no...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, a clavicle fracture treated with a plate fixation typically takes about three months to recover to normal function. However, this three-month period is an average and may vary for each individual due to factors such as the degree of fracture c...

Understanding Left Clavicle Fractures: Healing Time and Recovery Tips

Left clavicle fracture? Hello Dr. Li, about a month and a half ago, I had a vehicle accident that resulted in a fracture of my left clavicle. Since it was an emergency situation, the hospital only allowed me to wear a figure-of-eight brace, and later instructed me to return for a...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, ninety-five percent of simple clavicle fractures can heal with conservative treatment, and only a small number of cases require surgical intervention. Conservative treatment involves using a figure-of-eight bandage for six weeks, after which r...

Understanding Left Rib Pain: Possible Causes and Concerns

Left rib pain? I have pain in my left rib, specifically in the area where my elbow touches when standing straight, on the side of my body. I previously underwent a bone scan (ordered by a rheumatologist), which showed inflammation in my clavicle and lower back, but the area where...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Excessive strain can typically cause pain in the area you mentioned, and trauma can also lead to pain, which may be neuropathic in nature. If the pain is caused by postherpetic neuralgia, it will follow the distribution of the intercostal nerves, usually affecting only one side o...

Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Recovery Tips and Nutritional Support

Clavicle fracture Hello, my sister had a car accident on Monday, August 1st, which resulted in a fractured clavicle. After X-ray examinations at Keelung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Keelung Kuang Wu Hospital, she was given a type of brace similar to a figure-of-eight splint, ...

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello: The clavicle is very close to the heart, and blood circulation is quite good in that area. Therefore, when a fracture occurs, the ends do not separate significantly and remain relatively stable, allowing for good blood flow. As long as the fracture ends are not excessively...

When Can I Fully Recover from a Clavicle Fracture?

When can a clavicle fracture fully heal? I suffered a left clavicle fracture due to a work accident at the end of March this year and underwent surgery with plate fixation. Do I need to have this plate completely removed? When can it be removed? Will there be any long-term compli...

Dr. Zhou Hongzhi Reply:
1. The removal should be complete without any complications. 2. The bones should be allowed to heal completely. 3. There should be no residual effects. 4. Approximately one year.

Can You Enjoy Amusement Park Rides with a Bone Pin Still in Place?

Can I use amusement rides if I have a nail that hasn't been removed? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask you a question. I have a closed fracture of my right clavicle, and I had a pin inserted at the end of January. The doctor said it can be removed after July. I would like t...

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello: It is advisable to engage in regular activities, but you should avoid excessive weight-bearing or stimulating activities. The soreness in your right shoulder may be due to muscle strain or incomplete healing of the bone, so it is recommended to return to the outpatient cli...

Caring for Your Baby's Dislocated Shoulder and Broken Clavicle: Tips and Concerns

Poor baby? Hello Dr. Lee: My baby is 1 year and 7 months old. He may have injured his left arm from a fall, and the doctor mentioned that there is a dislocation and a clavicle fracture. How should I care for him and prevent his injury from getting worse? Will this lead to habitua...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello, in response to your question: A 1-year and 7-month-old baby, even if they have sustained a dislocation and a fracture due to a fall, generally has a great potential for self-correction due to their ongoing development. As long as the treatment is managed properly, there is...

Recovering from a Clavicle Fracture: Rehabilitation Tips and Advice

My clavicle is broken, please come and help me! @@” Dear Dr. Chou, On the night of March 19, 2005, I was involved in a motorcycle accident that resulted in a fracture of my left clavicle, which has healed about halfway and no longer causes pain. However, I have been afraid to mo...

Dr. Zhou Hongzhi Reply:
1. Left clavicle fracture with left shoulder stiffness; if X-rays show partial healing, rehabilitation should be initiated as soon as possible. 2. Heat therapy is acceptable. 3. With patience in rehabilitation, recovery is possible.

Understanding Clavicle Fractures: When to Consider Surgery or Continued Care

Clavicle fracture Hello Doctor, I am Yi-Zhang, who came for a follow-up appointment today (the one with two case numbers and requested a medical certificate). I saw my initial and current X-rays of the bone today. Initially, I had a clavicle fracture, but the ends of the fracture...

Dr. Yang Nanping Reply:
Hello: Currently, there are no obvious symptoms of neurovascular compression, and there is already evidence of healing. Although there is displacement, which may prolong the healing period, conservative treatment (figure-eight shoulder strap) is still recommended. Please follow u...

Understanding Nerve Pain After a Fractured Clavicle: What to Expect

Surgical treatment for comminuted left clavicle fracture? I had a car accident on December 26, which resulted in a left clavicle fracture. It has been over two months now, and I still experience tingling and sharp pain around the wound area. I went to the hospital for an X-ray, a...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question... Your issue may be related to pain from the epidermal nerves near the wound. This type of pain can be alleviated through massage, topical medications, and heat therapy. On the other hand, sharp pain is usually associated with the healing proc...

Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Recovery and X-Ray Timeline

Clavicle fracture Hello doctor, I was in a car accident that resulted in a clavicle fracture, and it has been one month since then (I initially went to your hospital for treatment). Last week on February 17, I had an X-ray to check the condition of the bone. How long should I wai...

Dr. Yang Nanping Reply:
Hello: If a fibula fracture is not treated surgically, it can be stabilized with a figure-eight bandage, which typically requires about three months for healing. Follow-up visits for X-rays should be scheduled every 2-3 weeks. You are welcome to return to our outpatient clinic fo...

Understanding Clavicle Fractures: To Operate or Not After Injury?

Please consult a doctor? Hello, doctor. I suffered a clavicle fracture in a car accident earlier this year and am currently using a figure-eight brace for stabilization. The doctor initially said that I would only need to wear the brace for six weeks to recover. However, when I w...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Most clavicle fractures can heal without the need for surgery, typically using a figure-eight strap for about two to three months. A small percentage (approximately less than 5%) may experience nonunion, which would require surgical intervention. Fractures generally heal in about...

Rehabilitation After Clavicle Fracture: Tips and Pain Management

Rehabilitation issues Hello: I suffered a fractured right clavicle from a car accident in January, and I have since undergone surgery to insert a plate. I would like to know how to proceed with rehabilitation. Can I raise my arm high now? Also, why does the other part of my right...

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello: Clavicle fractures are often associated with muscle, ligament, and joint injuries, so it is common to experience soreness. Generally, rehabilitation for the shoulder joint can be performed, as long as weight-bearing with the right arm is avoided.

Should I Consider Surgery for My Clavicle Fracture? Expert Advice Needed

Clavicle fracture requiring surgical intervention? Hello Doctor, I was in a car accident last August that resulted in a fractured clavicle. I went to Shin Kong Hospital, where some doctors told me I needed surgery, while others said it wasn't necessary because they considere...

Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Most clavicle fractures do not require surgery and can be treated with a clavicle brace for six weeks. Surgery is only necessary in the following situations: 1. Suspected vascular or nerve compression; 2. Significant displacement that may cause muscle entrapment; 3. Displaced fra...

Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights

About distal clavicle fractures? Hello, Dr. Hsu. I had a car accident on August 3, 2004, resulting in a distal clavicle fracture (only a small piece of bone remains). Following the doctor's advice, I wore a figure-eight shoulder brace for about two weeks, then used a sling f...

Dr. Xu Zhaoren Reply:
1. Most clavicle fractures do not require surgical treatment. 2. The fracture can be stabilized with a figure-eight shoulder strap for about 4-6 weeks or supported with a triangular bandage. 3. However, there is a 5% chance of nonunion; if the fracture ends become rounded, it ind...

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