The collarbone, or clavicle, connects the shoulder blade to the upper part of your breastbone. A broken clavicle is a common injury among children and young adults, according to MayoClinic.com, and usually results from a fall or sports injury. Car...
Pain above the collar bone during or after exercise is a symptom associated with a variety of medical conditions. Most of these conditions are not serious and resolve without medical intervention. In rare cases medical intervention is required to...
For sharp, magazine-worthy collarbones, you can't perform a simple targeted exercise. In fact, according to the American Council on Exercise, the idea of spot reduction is a myth. Moreover, your clavicle has no muscles to tone. Rather than...
The clavicle, or collar bone, is located on either side of the front of your shoulder, just above your chest. The clavicle connects your shoulder blades to your sternum and assists in stabilization of your arms. Breaking your collar bone can be a...
Your shoulder is actually made up of three separate joints -- the acromioclavicular, glenohumeral and sternoclavicular joints -- of which your collar bone, or clavicle, is an intricate part. These joints provide movement for a bench press, which...
A collar bone, or clavicle, fracture is a painful injury that can occur anywhere along the bone, which connects your breast bone to your shoulder. This common injury is usually caused by a direct blow to the clavicle or as a result of a fall....
The collarbone, or clavicle, bridges the gap between the shoulder blade and the sternum. Accumulated fat in this region lies directly under the skin and doesn't pose a health risk. However, it can cause frustration and have a negative impact on...
Your collarbone, or clavicle, is the bone that rests between your shoulder and neck. A broken collarbone can result from a fall or other trauma, and the injury is common in contact sports, such as football, soccer or basketball. If you...
Your collarbone is also known as a clavicle. Pain in your collarbone while you run is a sign of damage to the bone. This damage could be a simple bruising of the bone, or it could be a fracture or dislocation. In many cases it is a combination of...
In medical terms, a collar bone is a clavicle and a shoulder blade is a scapula. Broken shoulder blades only account for 1 percent of bone fractures, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Exercises for a broken collar bone and...
"Clavicle" is the anatomical name for the collar bone. A visible clavicle is a sign that you are in shape and have a low amount of body fat. If you currently have excess fat covering this bone, you need to make changes to your current lifestyle....
At the top of the shoulder the collar bone, or clavicle, meets the top of the shoulder blade, called the acromion. This forms the acromioclavicular joint or AC joint. Several strong AC ligaments help hold this joint together and coracoclavicular,...
Your clavicle bone, also called your collar bone, is the only long bone that sits horizontal in your body. It connects your shoulder blade to your sternum at the top of your chest. Breaking your clavicle can be painful and debilitating. Recovery...
Picking the correct size for youth hockey gear is a fairly simple task that can help your child be safe when he is on the ice. Some parents buy equipment for their child to grow into or they find the cheapest equipment possible. Other parents buy...
Resection of the acromioclavicular joint, or AC joint, is a surgical procedure used to relieve chronic or severe pain in AC joint, which is situated in the shoulder. After this type of surgery, you might need a long rehabilitation before you can...
There are many causes of left shoulder pain in or around a person's shoulder joint. MedlinePlus states that shoulder pain can be caused by general wear and tear with aging, repetitive shoulder use and traumatic injury. Many shoulder injuries...
Shoulder injuries are among the leading reasons for orthopaedic surgeon office visits. In 2006, 7.5 million Americans made a trip to the doctor complaining of shoulder pain, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Shoulder...
Your pectoral muscle resembles an armor chest plate. This muscle covers your chest, with part attaching to your breast bone, part to your collar bone and part to the bone of your upper arm. You can achieve n increase in pectoral size through high...
The purpose of lymph drainage massage is to move fluid out of your tissues into lymph nodes where bacteria, viruses and other harmful microorganisms are destroyed. It reduces swelling and pain and stimulates your immune system, increasing the...
The AC joint is formally called the acromioclavicular joint. It is formed by the collar bone and top of the shoulder blade. It can be felt by touching the top of the shoulder about 4 inches away from the side of the neck. Injuries occur from a...
Normal movements of the shoulder require complex coordination of a ball and socket joint, the shoulder blade, collar bone, upper spine and all of the muscles that move and stabilize these structures. Imbalance of any of these components can result...
Your collarbone, or clavicle, anchors your scapula, or shoulder blades, and helps keep your shoulders in place. Your collarbone functions as an attachment site for numerous muscles and tendons. Most importantly, the ligaments that support your...
The acromioclavicular joint, more commonly known as the AC joint, is on the top of the shoulder where the collar bone ends. It comprises the bones of the clavicle, or the collar bone and the acromion. An athlete most often injures the AC joint by...
Pullups are compound exercises that work out your back, arm and shoulder muscles. You can increase the width and thickness of your back by performing pullups one to two times a week. To do strict pullups, train with a spotter who helps you perform...
Paget's disease causes an abnormal breakdown of bone issue. This causes bones to reform abnormally, becoming bigger and weaker than before. Paget's disease most frequently involves the arms, collar bone, legs, pelvis or spine. The exact cause is...
Common injuries involving your scapular include rotator cuff inflammation and tears, tendinitis of the subscapularis muscle and a joint sprain where your collar bone meets your scapular, notes Sportsinjuryclinic.net. While treatment will differ...
Falling headlong over the handlebars of a bicycle or motorbike, or getting roughed up in football, rugby or ice hockey are common causes of clavicle fractures. Appropriate exercises and rehabilitation will help ensure full range of movement and...
Dropped shoulder is a by-product of a shoulder separation. According to H. Winter Griffith, M.D,. the author of the "Complete Guide to Sports Injuries," a shoulder separation occurs at the acromioclavicular joint, or AC joint, between the collar...
Although rest is the best thing you can do when you have a shoulder injury, you may still have the desire to exercise your chest during your recovery. Seek your doctor's permission before continuing your workout program and always use an extended...
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