Most clavicle fractures heal well without surgery using a sling or splint. Surgery may be needed if the fracture is badly displaced or there is risk of nonunion. Risks for needing surgery include ...
Until about 15 years ago, most clavicle fractures were allowed to heal with minimal medical intervention. That changed after a 2007 study reported better shoulder function after plate-fixation surgery ...
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