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AC Joint Pain

A condition in which inflammation or degeneration develops in the acromioclavicular (AC) joint where the collarbone meets the shoulder blade, causing pain on top of the shoulder. It worsens when raising the arm overhead or reaching to touch the opposite shoulder.

Hyo-seop Kim
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AC Joint Pain

Q. What is AC joint pain?

A.

Pain at the top of shoulder where collarbone meets the shoulder blade.

📝 Detailed Answer

Acromioclavicular (AC) joint pain: ① pain on top of shoulder, ② tender point at AC joint, ③ pain with arm crossover and overhead pressing, ④ causes: trauma (separation), repetitive stress (weightlifting), arthritis, ⑤ examination and X-ray confirm diagnosis.
Hyo-seop Kim

Expert Verified

Hyo-seop Kim

Chief Director

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