ACROMIO-CLAVICULAR JOINT

Injury to this joint is uncommon.

If the dislocation of the joint is complete, then it could be disabling if left untreated.

Open reduction, internal fixation of the joint with reconstruction of the Coraco-clavicular ligament is the essence of treatment

 
Acromio-clavicular dislocation
After reduction and
fixation with wires
Reduction maintained
after wire removal
 
Normal Appearing Shoulder
Restoration of Normal Function

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