susceptible to clavicle fractures?

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Susie
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susceptible to clavicle fractures?

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Are OBPI kids more susceptible to clavicle fractures?
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F-Litz
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Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: LOBPI, LTBPI at age 6.5, Sensory Issues, CP, Diaphragm Weakness, Aspberger's
Location: Ambler, PA

Re: susceptible to clavicle fractures?

Post by F-Litz »

I think they are more susceptible to all kinds of fractures on the injured side. I was told early on that Maia had osteopaenia (the precursor to osteoporosis) and you could actually see the differences in the CT scan as well.
Susie
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Re: susceptible to clavicle fractures?

Post by Susie »

Thanks Francine for your input. I really appreciate it.
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