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What age do clavicles stop growing?

The clavicle, or collarbone, is unique among bones, being the first to begin hardening in the womb but one of the last to fully mature. A full understanding of its growth and development is important for grasping skeletal maturity and overall bone health. This article explores the question of what age do clavicles stop growing, and the factors that influence this process.

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At what age do clavicles stop growing?: An in-depth look

The clavicle, or collarbone, is the last bone in the body to complete its growth, a process that can extend into a person's mid-twenties. In contrast to other long bones that finish growing much earlier, understanding **at what age do clavicles stop growing** is important for interpreting adolescent injuries and forensic age estimation.

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