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3 Questions and Answers about Shoulder Blade Fractures

3 Questions and Answers about Shoulder Blade Fractures

It’s rare to fracture your shoulder blade (scapula). Your shoulder blade is well protected by your chest and muscles, so it takes significant force for this fracture to occur. When it does, most people have other injuries—like head damage or a chest injury. Given its potential severity, a shoulder blade fracture is one to know about.

Source: Sports-Health