AC Joint Pain
Dislocation / subluxation of the acromio-clavicular joint.
This injury can be caused by falling on your shoulder, elbow or outstretched arm.
What are the symptoms of the separation of the acromio-clavicular joint?
Symptoms include pain at the end of the collar bone or when you move your shoulder joint, especially with the arms above your shoulders. Dependent on how severe the injury is, you may also feel a little bony lump where the collar bone sticks up.
What treatment can you have for dislocation / subluxation of the acromio-clavicular joint?
Things you can do yourself
- Rest – a sling may be used initially after the injury.
- Cold therapy: Put a cold pack (typically applied for 20 minutes wrapped in a tea towel) directly on the injury
- As it becomes less painful, your Physiotherapist will work on mobility and strengthening exercises for the shoulder.
If necessary, professionals may tape your collar bone into place to allow it to heal in an acceptable position. Your collar bone will remain strapped for around two to three weeks. If this injury is neglected and allowed to heal out of place, the result could be increased wear and tear on your joint causing future problems.
After your shoulder has been immobilised for a few weeks you will be advised to get further treatment such as physiotherapy.
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