Acromioclavicular Joint Sprain (Separated Shoulder)

Acromioclavicular Joint Sprain (Separated Shoulder)

Acromioclavicular (AC) joint sprains are injuries to the ligaments at the joint where the clavicle (collarbone) attaches to the acromion (roof of the shoulder) of the scapula (shoulder blade). These injuries are commonly referred to as “shoulder separations.” The ligaments that run from the clavicle to the acromion, th acromioclavicular ligaments, or to the coracoid, the corococlavicular ligaments, help to anchor the collarbone to the scapula (shoulder blade). A sprain indicates that the ligament between the bones is either stretched or torn, thus disrupting the stability of the acromioclavicular joint.

Dr. Steven Chudik serves the greater Chicagoland area and has offices in Chicago’s western suburbs. This information is provided by Dr. Chudik and not to be used for diagnosis and treatment. For a proper evaluation and diagnosis, Dr. Chudik can be contacted at contactus@chudikmd.com/, or at 630-324-0402.