in 2003 I fractured my clavicle. Surgery was discussed but attempting the conservative approach, doctor and I decided to let it heal naturally. For two years I had alot of pain and discomfort. Finally the mend which was not really bone, but tissue, broke loose and it was time for surgery. I wish I had that done the first time around. Originally it was weeks before I felt well enough to move my arm. With surgery, even though I wasn't suppose to, I could almost immediatey move.

It's now 5 years post surgery and I have to decide if I want the plate removed. You see, the screws are starting to bother me, I feel them pinching the tissue underneath... I hate surgery though so will just have to deal with it for now...