Two surgical methods for recent shoulder separation
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial compares two surgery techniques for a severe shoulder separation (acromioclavicular joint injury). Both methods repair the torn ligaments, but one also uses a temporary pin to keep the joint in place while healing. The goal is to see which approach gives better shoulder function and recovery.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must have a recent (acute) high-grade acromioclavicular (AC) joint separation—either type III (with a pre-injury high level of physical activity) or type VI.
- You must be medically fit to undergo surgery.
- You must not have a chronic (old) shoulder separation, a previous surgery on the same shoulder, or certain shoulder problems like joint degeneration, infections, or nerve damage in that arm.
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