What kind of doctor do i need to see for a Broken or "Seprated" Collar Bone. I landed on my shoulder in a grappling match at a tournament and it hurts at the end of the clavicle that ends in the center of my neck. I have been trying to keep it immobilized but i occasionally forget and i move it and it hurts a lot and it will also pop. I cant really stand straight up w/o it hurting or keep my shoulder up and back in a "normal position". I have to kind of slouch it forward to keep it from hurting. Thanks in advance for your input.
What kind of doc to see for broken collar (claviclel) bone?
To get a proper diagnosis you need to be seen by a doctor. Either the Er, or wait tomorrow to see your doc.
Your doc will send you for xrays to ensure that nothing is dislocated or fractured.
For now, apply ice----place your arm on a pillow and take Motrin/Tylenol to bring the inflammation down.
An Orthopedist is a BONE doctor and he would be the one you would be referred to if there was a fracture.
Reply:for pity sake, go to an emergency room, that is what they are for.
Reply:anything to do with bones you need to go to and orthopedic dr...but since thats a speciality practice be prepared to pay more...and the clavicle is a very slow recovery but hang in there the doc with most likely put you in some kind of support collar or sling....maybe physical therapy later
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