How long after a broken collarbone can I workout?

It is important to keep the shoulder moving to prevent stiffness but not to aggravate the injury. Avoid lifting and overhead movement for 6 weeks. Follow up: You will see a Shoulder Specialist about 6 weeks after your injury.

How long does it take to recover from a collar bone break?

A broken collarbone, or fractured clavicle, is a common injury. It usually happens after a fall or a blow to the shoulder. It takes about 6 to 8 weeks to heal in adults, and 3 to 6 weeks in children. The collarbone is a long, slender bone that runs from the breastbone to each shoulder.

Can you fully recover from a broken collarbone?

Most collarbone fractures heal in six to eight weeks, without surgery or complications. Most people are able to start getting back to normal activities by three months or so, but full recovery may take up to six to 12 months. You may feel a bump where the fracture healed.

Can a broken collarbone cause problems later in life?

A Collarbone Fracture is not life threatening but can impact a patient’s quality of life and function. Short Term – to pain, sleep disturbance and disability. Long Term – to malunion or non-union, that can result in ongoing pain and loss of function .

When can I start lifting weights after broken collarbone?

Most people notice some improvement in pain as the fracture begins to heal. We allow movement of the shoulder as tolerated. However, weight lifting restrictions are placed until the bone has healed. It is common to see it written that it takes 6 weeks to heal.

What workouts can I do with a broken collarbone?

Shoulder flexion (lying down)

• Lie on your back, holding a wand with both hands. Your palms should face down as you hold the wand.
• Keep your elbows straight, and slowly raise your arms over your head until you feel a stretch in your shoulders, upper back, and chest.
• Hold for 15 to 30 seconds.
• Repeat 2 to 4 times.

Can you lift weights after broken collarbone?

Can you play sports with a broken collarbone?

Yes and no. For the most part, once a fracture has healed a player should be able to return to play unrestricted. Mild increases in pain and swelling around the fracture site is not uncommon. The professional team’s medical staff will watch and treat these symptoms as they occur.

How do you strengthen your collarbone?

Shoulder flexion (lying down)

1. Lie on your back, holding a wand with both hands. Your palms should face down as you hold the wand.
2. Keep your elbows straight, and slowly raise your arms over your head until you feel a stretch in your shoulders, upper back, and chest.
3. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds.
4. Repeat 2 to 4 times.

What exercises can you do with broken collarbone?

What activities can you do with a broken collarbone?

You can move and use the arm and shoulder without pain. In general, people can go back to noncontact sports (such as running or swimming) in about 6 weeks and contact sports (such as football, lacrosse, and hockey) in 8–12 weeks.

How do I train with a broken collarbone?