Symptoms

Signs and symptoms of a broken collarbone include:

• Pain that increases with shoulder movement
• Swelling
• Tenderness
• Bruising
• A bulge on or near your shoulder
• A grinding or crackling sound when you try to move your shoulder
• Stiffness or inability to move your shoulder
• Newborn children will often not move their arm for several days following a birth-related collarbone fracture.

When to see a doctor

If you notice signs or symptoms of a broken collarbone in you or your child, or if there's enough pain to prevent normal use, see a doctor right away. Delays in diagnosis and treatment can lead to poor healing.