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A broken collarbone is a break in the bone where it connects the breastbone to the shoulder. This is an injury that is rare. It occurs in sports and falls for example. It is important to be careful when doing activities around the house and away from the house. It is recommended to go to a doctor when this injury occurs, but in the meantime, you can relieve some of the symptoms. In fact, most of the items that are needed are already in your home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When doing these home remedies, you\u2019ll still need to be careful about how you handle the broken collarbone. You could make it worse. It is an injury that heals quickly. In fact, once treatment is given, it may heal within days or weeks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are eight home remedies to relieve a broken collarbone. In fact, a lot of the symptoms may go away by the time you see a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Rest is one remedy to relieve a broken collarbone. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Rest as much as possible because you\u2019ll feel much better when you get up. When you rest, place a few pillows under the injured shoulder to prevent pain. Lie on your back every time you rest. This may be uncomfortable if you\u2019re not used to laying on your back. When you do get up, let someone help you because it may be painful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another reason you need rest because if there is any swelling<\/a>, it will go down. A lot of times when you rest for a long period of time, any swelling will go down when you wake up. Even though the swelling has gone away, don\u2019t try to use it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t move the shoulder until you get the okay from your doctor. By the time you go to your doctor, you\u2019ll feel energized and ready for physical therapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. Icing the broken collarbone is another home remedy. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Get an icepack or make your own ice compress. When making an ice compress, place the ice cubes in a clean towel before placing it on your collarbone<\/a>. You don\u2019t want to get frostbite while trying to relieve your symptoms. By icing the area, it will reduce swelling and pain. Ice the areas many times that you need to. It can be done every 10 minutes. The more times it\u2019s done, the quicker the swelling will go away. When you ice the area, do it for at least 10 to 15 minutes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Always use a clean cloth each time. With an icepack, you can use the same one. Keep the icepack in the freezer, so that it\u2019ll stay cold. Even with an icepack, you\u2019ll still need to place a towel on your collarbone first before placing the icepack on the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Taking over-the-counter pain relievers is a home remedy for a broken collarbone. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tylenol <\/a>and Motrin are the best pain relievers to take. The extra-strength version is the best. Take them as directed. If you don\u2019t take them as directed, you may have side effects. It is not recommended to take over-the-counter pain medications for long periods of time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can cause damage to your organs. It is recommended to take them for only a week. Once a week is up, you\u2019ll need to find other ways to relieve the pain. You should take the medicine every four to six hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To help you sleep at night, make sure the four to six hours is within that timeframe. In fact, the pain relievers are offered in a night version. Don\u2019t take the night version during the day. Even if you take the regular version during the day, you still need to be sure it\u2019s between four to six hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Strengthening exercises are a home remedy to relieve a broken collarbone. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The only equipment you\u2019ll need is a stick or mop handle. Use only the stick and not the mop part. Lie on the floor with your knees bent. Hold the stick against your stomach with your palms facing in. Raise the stick slowly towards your head. Try to get it over your head, if you can. Don\u2019t force it. Hold this position for four seconds and repeat no more than 10 times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another exercise <\/a>that can be done against the wall. Place your back and hands against the wall. Slowly raise your hands up towards your head and back down with elbows bent. Squeeze your shoulder blades when you lower your hands and bend elbows. Do these eight to 12 times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The last exercise involves standing with your arms to the side. Slowly squeeze your shoulder blades for no more than 10 times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Aloe vera gel will help relieve the symptoms of a broken collarbone. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It is used to relieve pain and swelling. Aloe vera<\/a> gel can be purchased anywhere, but the pure aloe is the best. Apply it gently onto the collarbone a few times a day. Make sure it\u2019s completely absorbed into the skin. It won\u2019t work if you don\u2019t. You may feel a cooling feeling afterward. Apply as much as you want. Every time you apply the aloe vera, wash your hands and the collarbone. Always use warm water and soap to wash the area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aloe vera is so good because it has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is good to use it before going to bed, especially if you normally have pain in the collarbone area at night. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Continue to place pillows underneath your collarbone at night or when you\u2019re resting during the day. It won\u2019t make a mess on your pillow because it absorbs quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Muscle rub cream is another home remedy that can be used when you have a broken collarbone. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Muscle <\/a>rub should be used as directed. It is recommended to use a thin layer, but you can use your own judgment on how much to use. Make sure you wash your hands and collarbone before using it. Every time you use it, the collarbone needs to be washed. This is to allow the muscle rub to do its trick. Choose the cold muscle rub instead of the hot one. The hot version is mainly used to relax the muscles.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure to rub the cream into the collarbone thoroughly. It won\u2019t work if you don\u2019t. a cooling sensation will be felt each time that it is used. This means that it\u2019s working. It can be messy, but it works. It may not make the swelling go away, but it\u2019ll help with the pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Rubbing alcohol is a remedy that can relieve the pain and swell from a broken collarbone. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It doesn\u2019t matter what color or percentage of rubbing alcohol you use. Use a cotton pad and rub it onto the collarbone. It may burn since the collarbone is broken. Rub it gently into the skin. It absorbs quickly, so use as much as you want. There is no need to place a bandage over the area afterward. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you do, you\u2019ll experience more pain and swelling. Wash the area before applying because the rubbing alcohol<\/a> will work better if you do. Make sure to wash your hands thoroughly after because it is hazardous. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t want to place anything in your mouth and alcohol is still on your hands. Apply alcohol onto your collarbone after using an Epsom salt mixture. You\u2019ll get a double dose of pain relief. The swelling may go down much faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Epsom salt is another remedy that you may use when you have a broken collarbone. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When using Epsom salt<\/a>, place a cup of it into a large bowl of warm water. With a clean cloth, place it on the broken collarbone. Keep it on the area until the cloth cools. Once it cools, place it back into the bowl and repeat. If the water cools, warm it again and repeat the process. Wait a few hours before doing it again. Make sure to use a clean cloth and a new mixture each time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The collarbone is already broken, you don\u2019t want germs getting onto it. By doing this often, you\u2019ll notice the swelling and pain are easing. Rubbing alcohol can be used when doing this remedy as well. It is important to not place the Epsom salt and rubbing alcohol on the stove in the water. Place everything separately into a bowl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n

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