The sternoclavicular joint (SCJ) is a saddle-type joint that participates in all movements of the upper extremity.
The SCJ provides free movement of the clavicle in nearly all planes.
The joint i...
Elicit mechanism of injury, time from injury, and initial symptoms.
Respiratory, neurologic, and vascular assessments mandatory
Appropriate analgesia for patient comfort
Mechanism of inj...
During childhood, the medial physeal growth plate of the clavicle provides 80% of longitudinal bone growth.
Fractures in the medial clavicle have tremendous capability...
Patients with sprains should initially restrict activity, and depending on the amount of pain or discomfort, a sling can be used for immobilizat...
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Cope R. Dislocations of the sternoclavicular joint. Skelet...
SCJ injuries are graded (I, II, III) based on severity of tearing of associated ligaments.
Dislocations are usually from trauma (direct blows/falls). Anterior dislocation is most common...
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