Clavicle Fracture Sling for Treating Broken Collar Bones

This simple clavicle fracture brace packs a big punch when it comes to clavicle pain relief (find out what might be causing your collarbone pain) and posture support. The figure-eight straps of the shoulder brace hold your shoulders in a retracted position, which immobilizes the collarbone region as needed for a clavicle break, a separated collarbone (AKA, a sprain/strain of the acromioclavicular (AC) joint) or a sternal fracture.

You can also use the clavicle immobilizer as a posture brace that forces you to sit up straight with the shoulders back. However, you may want to check out this posture corrector, since it is a bit easier to adjust while you are wearing it. It is important to note that while clavicle braces and posture braces look similar, their functions are different.

Is this collarbone brace comfortable to wear?

All sizes of the collarbone brace are padded, which makes the broken clavicle sling more comfortable to wear. The felt material of the straps is covered with a breathable stockinette material that is soft against the skin. Thanks to this mix of materials, the clavicle brace is pretty lightweight.

There is also a felt pad beneath the plastic triangle where the straps merge between your shoulders to prevent any uncomfortable rubbing.

All of these comfort-features take on added importance when you consider that the recovery time for a broken collarbone is typically around six to eight weeks for an adult. Ask your doctor how often and how long you should wear this brace for, depending on the severity of your injury.

Is this brace easy to put on?

You’ll be pleasantly surprised by how easy it is to apply this figure-8 sling, even with a broken collarbone. You will likely need some help to get the fit just right, however. The sling loops around the shoulders like a back pack, or you can slip it over your head like a t-shirt. The fit can be tightened or loosened by adjusting the length of the straps back of the brace using the fasteners. However, you should have someone help you put the brace on and adjust it for the first time.

Since the adjustment straps are in back, you'd have to reach your arms back behind you to pull the straps yourself - which could cause further damage to your collarbone. So we recommend having someone assist you.

This versatile collarbone splint with protection pads is free of latex.

How to Heal from a Collarbone Fracture Using this Brace

Falls or blows to the shoulder are common causes of such breaks. Thankfully, most collarbone fractures heal quite well with non-surgical treatment.

Collar bone fissure treatment typically involves wearing an arm sling or figure-eight clavicle brace to support the weight of your arm and ease pain. Immobilizing the collarbone area is important for protecting it from additional damage and allowing healing to take place.

You should also ice the collarbone region at regular intervals. This can ease swelling and provide pain relief if you are dealing with a broken clavicle. Once swelling has gone down, you will likely need to go through some physical therapy to return strength and range of motion to the shoulder and arm.