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  • Fractures, Bone

Clavicle Fracture

Clavicle fractures are common injuries, representing up to 10% of all fractures and occurring more frequently in children than any other fracture type. These injuries most often result from a fall onto the lateral shoulder, which transmits force along the length of the bone. Patients typically present with localized pain, swelling, deformity, and limited shoulder motion. Radiographs confirm the diagnosis and assist in determining fracture location, displacement, and comminution, which guide management decisions. Most clavicle fractures are managed conservatively with sling immobilization, activity modification, and progressive rehabilitation. However, emerging literature indicates that significantly displaced fractures may benefit from operative fixation to reduce the risk of nonunion and improve functional outcomes. Appropriate assessment requires careful evaluation of neurovascular status, skin integrity, and associated injuries, particularly in high-energy trauma. The course provides a comprehensive review of the etiology, clinical presentation, imaging evaluation, and management strategies for clavicular fractures. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based decision-making and the evolving indications for surgical versus nonoperative care. Participants gain insight into rehabilitation principles, expected recovery timelines, and criteria for return to activity. The activity highlights the essential role of interprofessional collaboration, demonstrating how coordinated care among primary clinicians, nurses, radiologic technologists, and physical therapists enhances diagnostic accuracy, streamlines treatment planning, and optimizes functional recovery. Through this team-based approach, patient education improves, complications are identified earlier, and outcomes are strengthened across the continuum of care.

Credit & MOC Details

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Credit types

AAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsNursingUp to 1.5 creditsPharmacyUp to 1.5 credits

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABOS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABPATH — Lifelong LearningUp to 1.5 pointsABA — Lifelong LearningUp to 1.5 pointsABPMR — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABTS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 1.5 pointsABS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABP — Lifelong Learning and Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABPMR — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABTS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 points

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Target Specialties

Cross-Specialty

Relevant across 9 specialties.

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This provider typically $49–98

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  • Article / monograph / reference
  • Credit · Up to 1.5 credits
  • MOC · Up to 1.5 points
  • Fee varies · this provider typically $49–98
  • Released
    Sep 1, 2026
  • Last day to claim credit
    Sep 1, 2029 3 years left

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