Orthonotes
Orthonotes
by the.bonestories
v4.1 Fusion X
v4.1 Fusion X
trauma topic hub

AC Joint Injuries — Rockwood

Rockwood I–VI classification based on AC/CC ligament disruption and clavicle displacement. I–II: non-op (sling, rehab). III: controversial; IV–VI: surgery. Surgical options: hook plate, CC fixation (suture buttons), ligament reconstruction (Weaver‑Dunn/hamstring graft). Complications: hardware irritation, loss of reduction, osteolysis. Rehab: early ROM; contact sports after strength and stability return.

Overview

Topic summary

View wiki
Rockwood I–VI classification based on AC/CC ligament disruption and clavicle displacement. I–II: non-op (sling, rehab). III: controversial; IV–VI: surgery. Surgical options: hook plate, CC fixation (suture buttons), ligament reconstruction (Weaver‑Dunn/hamstring graft). Complications: hardware irritation, loss of reduction, osteolysis. Rehab: early ROM; contact sports after strength and stability return.
MCQs

High-yield practice questions

Start topic quiz