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 ... 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 potential to ... The management of acromioclavicular joint dislocations has evolved considerably, with treatment strategies principally guided by the severity of injury as determined by the Rockwood Classification.

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Sterling Journal-Advocate: AC joint separation of the shoulder — not a dislocation This week, we are going to discuss AC joint separation of the shoulder—a specific injury that occurs when pressure is applied to the shoulder from top to bottom, such as landing on the shoulder or ... News Medical: UTHealth study could set new standards for treating acromioclavicular joint injuries in athletes UTHealth study could set new standards for treating acromioclavicular joint injuries in athletes Anthony Richardson of the Indianapolis Colts is believed to have an AC joint injury in his right shoulder, which took the punishment as Tennessee's Harold Landry III tackled him on a running play ... Yahoo! Sports: Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield has AC joint sprain in left shoulder The Bucs allowed themselves to exhale just a bit Monday after learning that quarterback Baker Mayfield’s left shoulder injury is not as bad as they had feared.

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An MRI revealed a sprained AC joint but ...