Nonunion Clavicle Case

Presenting

This 16 year old girl fractured her clavicle in a rollover car accident. After 3 months of nonsurgical treatment with a sling, her clavicle showed no signs of healing and she was referred to my office. She had moderate to severe pain and was unable to lift her hand over her head.

Result After Treatment by Dr. Brinker

This x-ray taken 4 months after surgery shows solid healing of the bone. The patient had no pain, full motion of the shoulder, and had returned to participation in recreational sports.

Presenting

This 52 year old man broke his clavicle when he fell from a motorcycle. He was treated overseas with a plate and wiring, but was referred to my office 4 months after the surgery because he continued to have pain that was waking him up at night and limited motion of his shoulder. This x-ray shows that the original plate had loosened and the fracture site was no longer stable.

Result After Treatment by Dr. Brinker

This patient’s nonunion was treated by removing the existing plate and implanting a new plate with bone graft to stimulate healing. This x-ray taken 8 months later shows solid healing of the clavicle. The patient had no pain and full motion in his shoulder.