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Acromioclavicular Ligament Reconstruction In Houston, TX

The AC joint is where your collarbone meets your shoulder blade. It helps keep your shoulder stable. When this joint gets dislocated or separated, it can be painful and limit your movement. This injury is common among athletes, especially those who play contact sports or do a lot of overhead activities. In severe cases, surgery may be needed to repair the damaged ligaments and restore normal function. Dr. Brown specialized in acromioclavicular ligament reconstruction in Houston, TX. If you’re experiencing shoulder pain or have suffered an AC joint injury, contact our office today for more information.

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    AC Joint Anatomy and Function

    The AC joint is a complicated part of the shoulder where the acromion, a bony part of the scapula, meets the end of the clavicle. Several ligaments, like the acromioclavicular ligament, coracoclavicular ligament, and conoid ligament, keep the joint stable and stop it from moving too much.

    AC Joint Injuries

    Falls or direct hits to the shoulder often injure the AC joint. The injury can be mild, like a sprain, or severe, like a complete dislocation. You might feel pain, swelling, tenderness, and a noticeable bump on your shoulder.

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    What is Acromioclavicular Joint Reconstruction

    Often, shoulder separation doesn’t require surgery. However, if the AC joint is severely separated, our AC joint surgery specialist in Houston may repair it surgically or use a tissue graft to fix the damaged ligaments. This graft may come from your own body (autograft) or a donor (allograft) and can be sourced from the anterior tibia or hamstring. Alternatively, he might use artificial material that doesn’t break down to graft the damaged ligaments.

    Fixing the AC joint in its original position helps create a stable, safe joint that functions properly.

    Benefits of AC Ligament Repair

    Shoulder ligament surgery performed by our orthopedic surgeon in Houston can have several benefits, including less pain, better range of motion, more stable shoulders, and a better appearance. By fixing the damaged ligaments, the surgery can help people return to their normal activities and prevent further injuries.

    What Our Patients Are Saying

    From appointment scheduling, receptionist, nurse, xray to Dr. Barrett Brown, all friendly and professional. Thank God that Dr. Brown wants to try physical therapy instead of jumping to surgery. I am well pleased!!
    Shelia Briggs

    Shelia Briggs

    Dr Brown was very professional and explained everything. He helped me with decisions of my care. Highly recommend him.
    Cathy Arroyo

    Cathy Arroyo

    I had the best experience with Doctor Brown and staff They are so Thorough and nice. He did amazing job on my shoulder I would recommend him And his staff any day thank you so much Doctor Brown.
    Karen Larocca

    Karen Larocca

    Dr. Barrett Brown is a very fine physician. He is also a friend. While he is a surgeon he said this about my horribly painful shoulder. First we will try an injection performed by our specialist using ultra sound. (It was painless.) If that does not relieve your pain we will do a cat scan to evaluate the rotator cuff.
    Lynn Russell

    Lynn Russell

    Highly recommend Dr Brown!!! He took time to answer all questions without rushing. I called his office in severe pain and received the in- office MRI and Dr appt the next day then Dr Brown explained my condition and I was booked for surgery with their on-site hospital days later. The surgery went great and I was treated great by all staff. They have valet service as well. Thanks Dr Brown and all staff!!!
    Kimberley Gomez

    Kimberley Gomez

    I had the best experience with Doctor Brown and staff They are so Thorough and nice. He did amazing job on my shoulder I would recommend him And his staff any day thank you so much Doctor Brown.
    Karen Larocca

    Karen Larocca

    I had a rotator cuff repair with Dr. Brown. Everyone at this hospital from the registration staff, pre-op nurse, surgery staff, recovery room nurse, the anesthesiologist, and of course, the surgeon, Dr. Brown were all professional and caring.
    Mary Isern

    Mary Isern

    I have, unfortunately, been a frequent visitor to the Fondren Orthopedic clinic as I cannot seem to stay on my feet 😅. My most recent experience with Dr. Brown has been nothing short of excellent. From the initial exam to surgery and then the follow up and discussion of how I am healing have been extremely thorough and communication has been a 10. I would definitely recommend.
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    Surgical Treatment Options for AC Joint Injury in Houston

    There are several methods to repair the AC ligament, depending on the severity of the injury and Dr. Brown’s recommendations. Some common surgical treatment options we offer for AC joint surgery at our Houston clinic include:

    Coracoclavicular Ligament Reconstruction

    This method repairs or replaces the coracoclavicular ligament, a strong ligament that helps stabilize the AC joint.

    Coracoid Transfer

    This procedure moves the coracoid process, a bony part of the scapula, to the clavicle and attaches it with screws or stitches.

    Allograft Reconstruction

    This method uses a donor ligament to replace the damaged ligaments.

    Recovery Process

    After AC ligament reconstruction, recovery usually involves several weeks of keeping the shoulder still in a sling, followed by a gradual rehabilitation program.

    Physical therapy is important for restoring shoulder strength, range of motion, and function. The rehabilitation program may include exercises to improve flexibility, strengthen the shoulder muscles, and restore normal joint mechanics.

    Let Us Help You Restore Your Shoulder’s Function!

    Acromioclavicular ligament reconstruction is a good treatment option for people with severe AC joint injuries.

    If you have shoulder pain or instability, consult with our board-certified orthopedic surgeon, Barrett S. Brown, MD. He for sure can help you determine the best course of treatment for your acromioclavicular ligament reconstruction in Houston, TX. Call at (346) 247-2531 to contact us now!