Abstract
Acromioclavicular joint is an integral component of Shoulder Complex and common site of injury particularly for athletes involved in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rugby and Shotput. Acromioclavicular Injuries are often neglected and goes untreated especially in low demand patients. Classic surgical techniques are associated with high complication rates.
This is a prospective study from 2015–2017 wherein 32 patients with Acute grade 3, 4, 5, 6 Acromioclavicular joint dislocations, were operated with Minimally Invasive Double Tunnel Anatomical Coraco-clavicular Ligament Reconstruction (DT-ACCLR) with Tightrope Suspensory fixation. Clinical Outcomes were evaluated with Visual Analog Scale, Constant functional scale, Start of Movement, Return to Work, Satisfaction index and Coraco-clavicular distance over 12 months.
Mean follow-up was 14 ± 3.8 months. Visual analog scale and Constant scores revealed significant advancements 0 ± 0.5 (range, 0–2) and 95 ± 3 (range, 92–98) scores at 12 months respectively. The coraco-clavicular distance significantly reduced from 23 ± 2.4 mm to 8 ± 0.5 mm. Mean return to work by 7 days. 98.6% patients were satisfied with surgical results.
We conclude that DT-ACCLR is simple and creative surgical technique which provides stable, reliable and painless AC joint. The patients can move the shoulder same day and return to Work by 5–7days and Sports 3–4 weeks.
