Clavicle Fracture Fixation (ORIF)

Overview

Clavicle fixation realigns a broken collarbone and secures it with a plate and screws, restoring length and alignment so the shoulder regains full strength and motion.

What the Procedure Involves

• Open reduction (realignment) of the fracture
• Plate-and-screw fixation along the collarbone
• Restoration of length and alignment
• Usually an outpatient procedure

Who It's For

• Displaced or shortened clavicle fractures
• Fractures that have broken through the skin or are badly angulated
• Active patients who benefit from reliable alignment and quicker return

Recovery & Rehabilitation

A sling is used for comfort with early gentle motion, and strengthening begins once healing is confirmed on X-ray. Return to contact sport is typically 3–4 months once the bone has united.

This page is for general education and is not a substitute for a medical evaluation. The right procedure depends on your individual diagnosis, anatomy, and goals. Kevin O'Donnell, MD serves Coral Gables, Miami, Brickell, Pinecrest, Coconut Grove.