Diagnosis and Rehabilitation Clavicle Fracture by Radiography and Physiotherapy

Sana I. Souliman; Abeer A. Souliman; Afaf. Salemn Salemn

doi:10.64516/9w3nd107

Authors

Sana I. Souliman Faculty of Medical Technology, University of Tobruk, Tobruk, Libya Author
Abeer A. Souliman Department of Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medical Technology, Tobruk University, Tobruk, Libya Author
Afaf. Salemn Salemn Department of Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medical Technology, Tobruk University, Tobruk, Libya Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.64516/9w3nd107

Keywords:

Clavicle fracture, Shoulder girdle, Radiological diagnosis, Physiotherapy

Abstract

The aim of this study was to investigate the causes that lead to clavicle fracture, especially cases managed surgically at Almahmed Centre, where many different causes of clavicle fracture were identified. The shoulder girdle is one of the largest and most complex regions in the human body, and several factors may result in injury requiring treatment for the patient. The study discusses the structure of the clavicle bone and the surrounding tissues, including muscles, ligaments, nerves, and bones. It also reviews diagnosis by radiological methods such as X-ray, MRI, and CT, as well as rehabilitation by physical therapy to support recovery in the shortest possible time, reduce complications, and help patients return to normal daily activity. Information was collected from cases at Almahmed Centre in Tobruk, and eight patients with clavicle fracture were identified, including three males and five females. The study found that cases occurred due to different causes such as accidents. Two cases were followed up after operation. Clavicle fractures were considered among the more complex fractures in terms of management, as they may require surgical intervention and a long period of physiotherapy, but patients can return to daily activity with the support of physiotherapy.

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