Acromioclavicular joint injuries.
A review is presented of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of acromioclavicular joint injuries with a discussion of special cases and complications. The results of nonoperative and operative treatments are examined, with particular emphasis on the Mumford and Weaver-Dunn procedures. Conservative treatment is indicated for most acute cases. Weighted films may not be necessary.
Cook
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Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Wisconsin, Madison.
Heiner
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JP
D000173:Acromioclavicular Joint / Q000293:injuries*; D001864:Bone Wires; D017679:Cryotherapy; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy*; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000293:injuries*; D009989:Orthotic Devices; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities; D011859:Radiography