An AC joint is the short form of the acromioclavicular joint. The acromion process of the scapula meets with the clavicle and form the acromioclavicular joint. So in AC joint separation, the clavicle breaks up the connection with the scapula. The source of this injury is the fall that directly lands the individual on the shoulder. The outstretched arm is also another source of this injury. It is common in those players who are involved in contact sports .i.e. football, and hockey. The shoulder separation is another term for AC joint separation. Classification of AC joint separation: There are three grades in AC joint separation, and these are: Grade I: In grade one, there is just a mild joint separation with the stretching of the acromioclavicular ligament. The AC ligament tore a little bit in this grade. Grade II: Grade two is the more serious condition where the whole acromioclavicular ligament is torn out. There will be more separation of joint as compared to...
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