The collar bone (or clavicle) is the bone that runs along the front of the shoulder to the breast bone (sternum). This bone will usually fracture as a result of falling badly onto an outstretched arm or onto the shoulder. Or in a collision with an opponent in a contact sport such as football. The likelihood of a broken Collar Bone is increased if the playing
surface is particularly hard.
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