possible fractured clavicle
i am a 41 year old who recently fell hard water-skiing and the top of my right shoulder now hurts. it hurts right where the shoulder bone and collar bone meet. I can’t even touch it with slight pressure. I haven’t gone to the doctor since I don’t have insurance right now and I don’t feel they could do anything for me. should I put my arm in a sling to heal?how long does it take to heal?thanks for your helpkimberly
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May PT
Is there a bump there? If it is a broken clavicle there is not much they can do for it. You must keep your shoulder below 90 degrees of flexion (or raising it overhead) for about 6-8 weeks. If you don’t have insurance and you have a job that does not pay well, you can sign up for a state program that will pay for your medical bills. Call and ask any emergancy room, they can let you know what your state rules are. You should at least get it checked out. In the meantime, don’t do any lifting, pushing or pulling and use ice for the pain.