I broke my clavicle 6 weeks ago. The new X-ray didn't show any improvement from the first.?

Question

I have to go back for another x ray in 4 more weeks. What happens if it doesn't improve.?? Any suggestions why it is not healing? or is this normal.

Answer 1

So everyone knows what bone your speaking of.

In human anatomy, the clavicle or collar bone is classified as a long bone that makes up part of the shoulder girdle (pectoral girdle). It receives its name from the Latin clavicula ("little key") because the bone rotates along its axis like a key when the shoulder is abducted. (This movement is palpable with the opposite hand). In some people, particularly females who may have less fat in this region, the location of the bone is clearly visible as it creates a bulge in the skin.

Clavicles are found in many tetrapods but tend to be rudimentary or absent in those using their forelimbs primarily for support or running and present where the forelimbs are used for grasping or brachiation

That's the thing about x-ray sin that area & the back. It takes time for cracks & breaks to show up sometimes. It was 18 months later theu found my neck was broke. Dr.'s in Houston couldn't see it. I moved here & 1st x-ray they saw 2 broken vertibras. It will improve. Is the break bad enough you can see it? If not you will be fine. They don't do much on that bone other than put your arm in a slong. Like a rib. A fib U just deal with it. Realy relax & stop worring. You will be fine. Hope this helps you & maybe gave you something to think about.

Answer 2

Get a 2d opinion. Is there an ASPCA or different animal welfare medical institution interior reach which could do it for a decrease fee or perchance a vetinary medical institution linked to a uni vet college? Ring the ASPCA. they might know? Be arranged to coach the vet care would be a financial burden you elect help with ? Did they practice you the wreck on the Xrays? replace into the domestic dog limping earlier you're taking it in? Does this vet have a sturdy rep? Is there any possibility the staff have been careless and dropped the domestic dog? Corgis are particularly physically powerful so i'm questioning how the canine broke his leg?

Answer 3

Same thing happened to my son.
I was dissapointed at the first set of exrays 4-6 weeks after the break, no improvement. In his case, we started him on Calcium supplements and made him wear the brace faithfully. It totally healed! Though there will always aba a lump there on his shoulder. (His was really bad)

Answer 4

are u wearing a brace if so are you doing what the physician tells you to do, if so you shouldn't worry. A broken clavicle heals in months.so it is normal for you to go back and get more x-rays.

Answer 5

Try taking Calcium suppliments. It will help the bone to regenerate and heal together.