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Suggest Treatment For Fractured Collar Bone
I just fractured my collar bone this friday from a car accident my sternum still feels tight. When will i be able to remove my sling? The bone fractured through but the bones are still aligned but it does hurt if i move my arm too much. Its the right collar bone
Sat, 18 Apr 2020
Hello,
You have to keep at rest as much as possible. Keep the sling hopefully for at least 21 days. Have anti-inflammatory drugs such Advil or acetaminophen for pain.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician
You have to keep at rest as much as possible. Keep the sling hopefully for at least 21 days. Have anti-inflammatory drugs such Advil or acetaminophen for pain.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician
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