Open reduction and single screw fixation of acromioclavicular dislocation
Horer, D.I.; Stein, H.
Harefuah 117(1-2): 5-9
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0017-7768 PMID: 2792957 Document Number: 341194
Open reduction of acromioclavicular dislocations and fixation with a single screw provides satisfactory alignment, and results in a pain-free pseudarthrosis. No correlation between subjective complaints and objective findings during prolonged follow-up were found. Arthrotic changes or calcification of the ligaments do not influence movement of the joint. It is pointed out that calcification is part of the normal healing process and does not impair function of the shoulder joint.