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Broken Collarbone(Clavicle Fracture) – Symptoms and Causes

Sports Injuries

Sports injuries are one of the most common causes of broken collarbones, particularly in younger people. This is because the collarbone does not grow and harden fully until you reach 20 years old. Contact sports like hockey, rugby, hockey, or boxing can result to shoulder injuries, while other sports might involve a fall on downward trajectories or high speeds that can increase the risk of a broken collarbone. These include skateboarding, skiing, or ice skating. [11]