This week we are going to discuss acromioclavicular joint injuries of the shoulder and the specifics of each individual type in order that the reader understand first and foremost that an AC joint ...

This ligament has no anatomic connection with the acromioclavicular joint, but it is essential to the proper functioning of that joint. 1–4 It is tough, but elastic and so arranged as to allow a ...

The coracoacromial ligament transfer was tied over a 12.7 mm diameter polypropylene button (Ethicon Inc) while the acromioclavicular joint was held anatomically reduced with the PDS suture weave ...

Controversy still surrounds treatment of Rockwood type III acromioclavicular joint separation across the various populations. This separation pattern includes disruption of the acromioclavicular ...

An AC joint is the acromioclavicular joint, the joint between the acromion of the shoulder blade and clavicle, the collarbone. It is a joint that provides stability and flexibility to the shoulder ...

Coracoclavicular Ligament Reconstruction: A surgical procedure aimed at restoring stability in the acromioclavicular joint by reconstructing the ligaments connecting the coracoid process and the ...

The AC “acromioclavicular joint” is where the collar bone attaches to the top of the shoulder blade. When injured there are two pair of ligaments that can tear.

The AC joint, short for Acromioclavicular joint, is a crucial part of the shoulder complex. ... Grade Three: All of the ligaments around the joint are torn, indicating a severe injury.

The acromioclavicular (AC) joint is formed by the top of the shoulder (acromion) and the collarbone (clavicle). It is held together by strong ligaments. How do you treat an injured AC joint?

A new UTHealth Houston study focused on finding the best surgical technique for reconstruction of the acromioclavicular joint (ACJ), where the collarbone meets the shoulder blade, has the ...