13. Clavicle fractures

Clavicle fractures have become more common since the use of seatbelts in vehicles became mandatory, and are seen most often in the 1/3rd middle part of the clavicle. A figure of eight bandage is often sufficient for the treatment of a clavicle fracture, and recovery is usually within 3 weeks with conservative therapy, although surgery may be required in rare cases (Figure 5) [22, 26, 31].
