Acromioclavicular Joint Arthrosis

Acromioclavicular Joint Arthrosis (Osteoarthritis): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

The following symptoms and complaints may indicate osteoarthritis of the acromioclavicular joint (arthritis of the acromioclavicular joint): Increased sensitivity of the joints to cold Joint swelling, usually on the same side (easily visible to the affected person, since the joint is located directly under the skin) Crepitation in the joint (joint noises) when moving the … Acromioclavicular Joint Arthrosis (Osteoarthritis): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

Acromioclavicular Joint Arthrosis (Osteoarthritis): Causes

Pathogenesis (disease development) Age-related wear and tear is not the cause of osteoarthritis, but at the beginning of the joint destruction is usually acute damage to the articular cartilage due to trauma or infection. The following pathomechanisms can be observed in osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis due to excessive load on the joint. Osteoarthritis due to inferior bone … Acromioclavicular Joint Arthrosis (Osteoarthritis): Causes

Acromioclavicular Joint Arthrosis (Osteoarthritis): Therapy

General Measures Avoidance of: Overloading of the joints, e.g., due to competitive and high-performance sports in the power sports sector (e.g., bodybuilders) or long periods of heavy physical stress, e.g., at work (construction workers, especially floor layers) The arm should not initially be raised above 90°. Avoid movements of the arm in front of the … Acromioclavicular Joint Arthrosis (Osteoarthritis): Therapy