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AJSM April 2024 Podcast: Return to Play After Surgical Treatment for Acromioclavicular Joint Dislocation: A Systematic Review
AJSM April 2024 Podcast: Return to Play After Surgical Treatment for Acromioclavicular Joint Dislocation: A Systematic Review
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Length:
19 minutes
Released:
Apr 8, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Acromioclavicular (AC) joint dislocation is a common clinical problem among young and athletic populations. Surgical management is widely used for high-grade dislocations (Rockwood III-VI) and in high-demand athletes at high risk of recurrence. In conclusion, the overall rate of RTP was reportedly high after surgical treatment for AC joint dislocation, with the majority of patients returning to their preinjury levels of sport. There is a lack of consensus in the literature for what constitutes a safe RTP, with further focus on this topic required in future studies. Click here to read the article.
Released:
Apr 8, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
AJSM April 2020 Podcast: Safer and Cheaper: An Enhanced Milestone-Based Return to Play Program After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in Young Athletes Is Cost-Effective Compared With Standard Time-Based Return to Play Criteria: Safe return to play (RTP) after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is critical to patient satisfaction. Enhanced rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction with appropriate objective criteria for RTP may reduce the risk of subsequent injury.... by American Journal of Sports Medicine