Clavicle Fracture Sling for Treating Broken Collar Bones

This simple clavicle fracture brace packs a big punch when it comes to clavicle pain relief  and posture support. The figure-eight straps of the shoulder brace hold your shoulders in a retracted position, which immobilizes the collarbone region as needed for a clavicle break, a separated collarbone (AKA, a sprain/strain of the acromioclavicular (AC) joint) or a sternal fracture.

You can also use the clavicle immobilizer as a posture brace that forces you to sit up straight with the shoulders back. 

What sizes does this clavicle brace come in?

This broken collarbone brace comes in a wide variety of sizes, and you should determine your fit by measuring the circumference around your chest. The 2X-small version of this brace is narrow enough to help an infant with a fractured clavicle, while the X-large clavicle splint is intended for a large man or woman.

Besides differences in the length of the straps, the small version of this brace that are meant for children, teens, and small, skinny adults have narrower straps that are better suited for their smaller frames.

Is this collarbone brace comfortable to wear?

All sizes of the collarbone brace are padded, which makes the broken clavicle sling more comfortable to wear. The felt material of the straps is covered with a breathable stockinette material that is soft against the skin. Thanks to this mix of materials, the clavicle brace is pretty lightweight.

There is also a felt pad beneath the plastic triangle where the straps merge between your shoulders to prevent any uncomfortable rubbing.

All of these comfort-features take on added importance when you consider that the recovery time for a broken collarbone is typically around six to eight weeks for an adult and three to six weeks for children. Ask your doctor how often and how long you should wear this brace for, depending on the severity of your injury.

Is this brace easy to put on?

You’ll be pleasantly surprised by how easy it is to apply this figure-8 sling, even with a broken collarbone. You will likely need some help to get the fit just right, however. The sling loops around the shoulders like a back pack, or you can slip it over your head like a t-shirt. The fit can be tightened or loosened by adjusting the length of the straps back of the brace using the fasteners. However, you should have someone help you put the brace on and adjust it for the first time.

Since the adjustment straps are in back, you'd have to reach your arms back behind you to pull the straps yourself - which could cause further damage to your collarbone. So we recommend having someone assist you.

This versatile collarbone splint with protection pads is free of latex.