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Rockwood Classification — AC Joint Injuries

I: sprain; II: AC torn, CC intact; III: AC+CC torn with superior displacement. IV: posterior displacement; V: marked superior displacement; VI: inferior displacement (rare). I–II non-op; III individualized; IV–VI require surgery.

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I: sprain; II: AC torn, CC intact; III: AC+CC torn with superior displacement. IV: posterior displacement; V: marked superior displacement; VI: inferior displacement (rare). I–II non-op; III individualized; IV–VI require surgery.
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Question 1

Which grade in the Rockwood classification indicates a complete tear of both the acromioclavicular (AC) and coracoclavicular (CC) ligaments with superior displacement of...

Question 2

Which of the following grades in the Rockwood classification of AC joint injuries is typically managed non-operatively?

Question 3

A patient presents with a posteriorly displaced clavicle following a fall. According to the Rockwood classification, this injury is classified as:

Question 4

In the Rockwood classification, which grade is deemed rare and involves inferior displacement of the clavicle?

Question 5

What is the recommended management for a Grade III AC joint injury according to the Rockwood classification?

Question 6

Which grade of AC joint injury in the Rockwood classification typically exhibits marked superior displacement?

Question 7

Which of the following statements best describes a Grade I AC joint injury according to the Rockwood classification?

Question 8

In the Rockwood classification, which grade indicates an intact CC ligament with a torn AC ligament?

Question 9

What is the primary criterion for surgical intervention in AC joint injuries according to the Rockwood classification?

Question 10

Which Rockwood classification grade is most likely to lead to a surgical intervention due to the nature of injury?