What should I do if I break my clavicle?

What should I do if I break my clavicle?

If you think you broke your collarbone, take these steps immediately:

• Put your arm in a sling to stop it from moving. You can create a sling from a piece of cloth like a towel or shirt. Wrap it around your arm and fasten it to the back of your neck to hold up your arm.
• Apply ice to reduce pain and swelling.
• Take over-the-counter pain medicines such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Examples include ibuprofen (Advil®, Motrin®), naproxen, (Aleve®) or acetaminophen (Tylenol®) if it doesn’t interfere with your other medications or health issues.
• Call a healthcare provider or go to the emergency room.