Patient's question:
Baby was told by the doctor at the hospital on the third day of birth that he had a right clavicle fracture, which should be a greenstick fracture, not a complete break. The right hand moves less compared to the left hand. The hospital said no treatment is needed and it will heal on its own. Also, when can the right hand's movement return to normal? How long does it take for a newborn's clavicle fracture to heal?Doctor's answer:
The baby has a relatively mild case of a fracture. In this situation, special treatment is generally not required. As long as there is no complete break in the bone, special treatment is not necessary. Rest is important. Temporarily avoid strenuous activities. In infants and young children, recovery usually occurs within 4-6 weeks. Since children recover quickly, they usually feel better within a week. The clavicle is relatively inactive. Full recovery takes about a month.