A<unk> , also known as a broken collarbone, is a bone fracture of the<unk> . Symptoms typically include pain at the site of the break and a decreased ability to move the affected arm. Complications can include a collection of air in the pleural space surrounding the lung (pneumothorax), injury to the nerves or blood vessels in the area, and an unpleasant appearance. It is often caused by a fall onto a shoulder, outstretched arm, or direct trauma. The fracture can also occur in a baby during childbirth. The middle section of the<unk>  is most often involved. Diagnosis is typically based on symptoms and confirmed with X-rays.<unk> s are typically treated by putting the arm in a sling for one or two weeks. Pain medication such as paracetamol (acetaminophen) may be useful. It can take up to five months for the strength of the bone to return to normal. Reasons for surgical repair include an open fracture, involvement of the nerves or blood vessels, or shortening of the<unk>  by more than 1.5 cm in a young person.<unk> s most commonly occur in people under the age of 25 and those over the age of 70. Among the younger group males are more often affected than females. In adults they make up about 5% of all fractures while in children they represent about 13% of fractures.
Clavicle fracture
Separated shoulder
Jefferson fracture
Greenstick fracture
Hume fracture
Nutcracker fracture
Humerus fracture
Bimalleolar fracture