Clinical recommendation	Evidence rating	References
Nonoperative treatment is preferred for nearly all acute, nondisplaced midshaft clavicle fractures.	B	12
Treatment with an arm sling is preferred over a figure-of-eight dressing for acute midshaft clavicle fractures because it is better tolerated and leads to similar outcomes.	B	10, 11
Displaced midshaft clavicle fractures may be managed nonoperatively, but plate fixation should be considered.	B	12, 13, 15
Nonoperative treatment is preferred for distal clavicle fractures because outcomes are the same whether or not bony union is achieved.	B	25, 26