The clavicle, otherwise known as the collarbone, is the most common bone to break
and makes up 5% to 10% of all fractures seen in hospital emergency admissions.
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Return to work or sport usually occurs within 6 to 8 weeks.
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During this recovery time, weight-bearing activities and full range of motion are
typically restricted. Whether a student, athlete, or young professional, the sudden
restricted use of an extremity leads to the inability to perform simple tasks that
were previously taken for granted. One specific activity most people take for granted
is the ability to dress oneself.Keywords
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Publication history
Published online: July 29, 2022
Accepted:
July 20,
2022
Received in revised form:
July 18,
2022
Received:
July 5,
2022
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