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Suggest Treatment For Ligament Tear At Acromial Clavicular Joint
Question: I have an anterior clavicular ligament partial tear- do ou think this can be resolved with physical therapy?
Brief Answer:
Most partial injuries improve with conservative measures
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Ligament tear at acromial clavicular joint can be divided into 6 categories and treatment depends upon the stage.
Common management are ice packs, anti-inflammatory drugs and sling for support.
In most cases this is sufficient measure.
Surgical measures may be required in injuries with displacement.
Physical therapy may be started once the pain is reduced and injury healed.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back with further queries.
Regards
Dr Neeraj XXXXXXX
he treatment of acromioclavicular joint injuries varies according to the severity or grade of the injury.
Initial treatment: These can be very painful injuries. Ice packs, anti-inflammatories and a sling are used to immobilise the shoulder and take the weight of the arm. As pain starts to subside, it is important to begin moving the fingers, wrist and elbow to prevent stiffness. Next, it is important to begin shoulder motion to prevent shoulder stiffness.
Undisplaced injuries only require rest, ice, and then gradual return to activity over a 2-6 week period. Major dislocations require surgical stabilisation in athletes if their dominant arm is involved, and if they participate in upper-limb sports.
Most partial injuries improve with conservative measures
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Ligament tear at acromial clavicular joint can be divided into 6 categories and treatment depends upon the stage.
Common management are ice packs, anti-inflammatory drugs and sling for support.
In most cases this is sufficient measure.
Surgical measures may be required in injuries with displacement.
Physical therapy may be started once the pain is reduced and injury healed.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back with further queries.
Regards
Dr Neeraj XXXXXXX
he treatment of acromioclavicular joint injuries varies according to the severity or grade of the injury.
Initial treatment: These can be very painful injuries. Ice packs, anti-inflammatories and a sling are used to immobilise the shoulder and take the weight of the arm. As pain starts to subside, it is important to begin moving the fingers, wrist and elbow to prevent stiffness. Next, it is important to begin shoulder motion to prevent shoulder stiffness.
Undisplaced injuries only require rest, ice, and then gradual return to activity over a 2-6 week period. Major dislocations require surgical stabilisation in athletes if their dominant arm is involved, and if they participate in upper-limb sports.
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Dr. Yogesh D
Thank you for your input- it is very painful
Brief Answer:
Increase pain killer and apply local pain reliever ointment or spray
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX,
You can take Motrin 800 3-4 times a day for pain. You can also apply local pain reliever ointment or spray.
Consult a orthopedician for proper strapping and fixing of shoulder and acromioclavicular joints.
Regards
Dr Neeraj Kumar
Increase pain killer and apply local pain reliever ointment or spray
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX,
You can take Motrin 800 3-4 times a day for pain. You can also apply local pain reliever ointment or spray.
Consult a orthopedician for proper strapping and fixing of shoulder and acromioclavicular joints.
Regards
Dr Neeraj Kumar
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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