AC Joint Reconstruction
A complete AC joint dislocation that is still painful after about 3-6 months is usually an indication for offering stabilisation of the joint. However, some acute dislocations that are very displaced and painful are stabilised soon after the injury.
There are many different procedures to reduce and stabilise the AC Joint. The procedure choice will depend on a number of factors, mainly based your surgeon's experience and training. Some of the procedures I have used are:
There are many different procedures to reduce and stabilise the AC Joint. The procedure choice will depend on a number of factors, mainly based your surgeon's experience and training. Some of the procedures I have used are:
- Modified Weaver-Dunn procedure
- Arthroscopic procedures
- LockDown Procedure (prev. Surgilig)
- LARS Ligament procedure
My prefered procedure since 2006 is the LARS Ligament, which is extremely strong and integrates well with the body. The technique is known as an 'anatomical reconstruction', which means the LARS reproduces the orginal torn ligaments directions and forces with strenght and flexibility similar to the original ligaments. As such, it allows an earlier mobilisation and return to work and sports than many of the other techniques.
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