Symptoms for & Treatment of a Broken Clavicle in Austin Motorcycle Accidents

Austin motorcycle accidents can have serious and even deadly consequences for those involved. A wide range of factors can lead to these crashes, and a wide range of injuries, such as a broken clavicle, can result.

The clavicle, or collar bone, connects your shoulder blade to the top of the breastbone. Especially vulnerable to fracture, the clavicle can be broken when a motorcycle rider extends his arm to break a fall or slams against a hard object in a crash.

The symptoms of a broken clavicle in a Texas motorcycle accident include:

• A 'snapping' sound
• Pain and swelling
• Limited motion in arm and shoulder
• A sagging arm or bump in collar bone area

A broken collar bone always requires immediate medical attention. You will want to have an X-ray done at the nearest hospital, and most breaks will heal by themselves in a sling for four to six weeks. Surgery may be required for more serious clavicle fractures.

If you or a loved one has sustained a broken collar bone in a Texas motorcycle accident, then you may be eligible to recover damages from the other driver. This may include payment for your medical bills, regular check-ups, missed time at work, and much more.

Call the Austin motorcycle accident attorneys at Denena & Points today to learn more about your legal rights. We have years of experience helping Austin motorcycle accident victims, earning them fair and just compensation for their injuries.

Call (877) 307-9500 today to schedule a free consultation about your case. We can even come to you if you are unable to travel.