Medically reviewed by Oluseun Olufade, MD Fact checked by Zerah Isaacs Clavicle fractures, or broken collarbones, are ...

Characterized by pain during shoulder movement, swelling and tenderness ... requires lab test or imaging Can last several months Clavicle fractures can be: ...

Ball and socket joint. Articulating bones are humerus and scapula (the clavicle is not part of the shoulder joint). Allows a great range of movement in all directions. Many muscles are used to ...